New York City is on the brink of a major political upset as Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa is losing touch with reality. During a recent radio appearance, he crumbled under the weight of harsh truths, revealing just how ill-prepared he is to take on the real threat: socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani.
In a testy exchange on 77 WABC, radio host Sid Rosenberg confronted Sliwa for fixating on former Governor Andrew Cuomo rather than addressing the pressing challenge posed by Mamdani. “You’ve spent eight minutes talking about Cuomo,” Rosenberg asserted, emphasizing that Sliwa must realign his focus if he hopes to win. His failure to mention Mamdani even once spoke volumes about his misguided priorities.
Rosenberg’s sharp remarks cut through Sliwa’s bluster. He pointed out that obsessing over Cuomo distracts from the real competition, urging Sliwa to “leap frog” Cuomo and concentrate on the candidate who stands in his way. This should serve as a wake-up call to Sliwa. Continuing to air grievances about Cuomo while neglecting the political landscape is a surefire way to lose the election.
Sliwa, in a moment of desperation, expressed his hurt, claiming he now requires armed security due to threats while accusing Rosenberg and others of fanning the flames. Yet this emotional outburst only highlights his inability to stay focused on his campaign. Rosenberg pressed further, noting Sliwa spent ten minutes still stuck in the past instead of formulating a strategy against Mamdani.
“You’re going to lose, and you’re going to lose badly,” Rosenberg bluntly stated, summing up Sliwa’s current trajectory. Instead of standing strong, Sliwa’s responses were defensive, refusing to take responsibility for his campaign’s shortcomings. It’s a classic case of a candidate more concerned with grievances than with solutions.
Sliwa’s own words indicate a severe misjudgment of the political dynamics at play. He claimed he would “never” return to WABC’s studios again, a dramatic declaration that only serves to underscore his volatility. Meanwhile, the reality is undeniable: polling data reveals a bleak picture for Sliwa. With foreign-born voters overwhelmingly backing Mamdani and U.S.-born voters leaning towards Cuomo, Sliwa’s path to victory is narrowing.
As the election approaches, it’s clear Sliwa must shift his approach immediately. This campaign demands focus, strategy, and a willingness to confront the real issues. Failure to do so means facing the harsh reality of a catastrophic defeat in one of the nation’s largest cities.
