With 2025 coming to a close, all eyes are on the incoming Mamdani administration and the promise of a so-called “new era” for New York City. But beyond the mayoral transition, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year in city and state politics — defined by special elections, crowded congressional races, the continued rise of young progressives, and a high-stakes gubernatorial contest.
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