Adams Takes Early Lead In NYC Democratic Mayoral Primary

The Democratic primary race for NYC mayor is underway, with Eric Adams leading in early results. NYC is using a ranked choice voting system for the first time, which may delay final results. Candidates acknowledge the ongoing vote count, with Andrew Yang conceding after early returns. The winner of the primary is expected to win the November election in the predominantly Democratic city.

Who is currently leading the Democratic primary race for mayor in New York City?

• Kathryn Garcia

• Maya Wiley

• Eric Adams

• Andrew Yang

What voting system is New York City using for the first time in this mayoral primary?

• Proportional representation

• Single transferable vote

• First-past-the-post

• Ranked choice voting

Why is the counting process expected to take some time?

• The ranked choice voting system requires multiple rounds of counting

• The voting machines are malfunctioning

• The weather has delayed the process

• There are too many candidates

Which candidate conceded shortly after the polls closed?

• Maya Wiley

• Eric Adams

• Kathryn Garcia

• Andrew Yang

When is the winner of the Democratic primary expected to be elected?

• In December

• In November

• In January

• In October