Voter’s Guide 2025: Election Day is Nov. 4
New Yorkers will vote to elect a new mayor, public advocate, and city comptroller. In Staten Island, voters will also decide on borough president and representatives for the 49th, 50th, and 51st Council Districts.
Special Judicial Elections
In addition, there will be special elections for the New York Supreme Court 13th Judicial District and New York City Civil Court Richmond County 1st Municipal Court District.
You can find your polling site on the official voting website.
Democratic Candidate Zohran Mamdani
Zohran Mamdani, the current Democratic Assembly member for Queens’ 36th District, aims to make bus rides free for New Yorkers, similar to the Staten Island Ferry fare policy. Mamdani wrote on X, “When someone tells you buses could never be free, ask them how much they pay to take the Staten Island Ferry.”
He advocates for free bus services for commuters across all five boroughs, emphasizing the importance for those reliant on MTA buses.
Mamdani supported the free bus pilot program that lasted until August 31, 2024, notably covering the S46/96 route.
Campaign and Endorsements
The self-identified Democratic Socialist has run a dynamic campaign, leveraging effective social media marketing and securing prominent endorsements, including from Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Mamdani’s campaign website details a variety of policy initiatives he intends to pursue if elected.
Author’s summary: Staten Island voters face multiple key elections on November 4, including borough president races and judicial seats, while Zohran Mamdani campaigns for free bus service citywide.