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In this CUNY Forum episode "Fasten Your Seatbelts: 2025 Elections Ready for Take-Off," moderated by Bob Liff, the panel discusses New York City's political landscape ahead of the 2025 municipal elections, focusing on key issues like public safety, immigration, mental health, housing, and fiscal challenges. Concerns are raised about Mayor Eric Adams' leadership, particularly among communities such as Chinese Americans in South Brooklyn, who are shifting toward conservative views due to issues like anti-Asian hate crimes, the migrant crisis, and specialized high school admissions. The 2025 mayoral race is expected to serve as a referendum on Adams' tenure, with a diverse field of candidates, and ranked-choice voting may favor moderate contenders. The panel also discusses fiscal challenges, including budget gaps and the potential impact of federal cuts under a Trump administration. The importance of voter engagement is emphasized, especially amid low turnout and fragmented media landscapes. The discussion concludes with a call to action for voters to actively participate in the upcoming elections.

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