This archive report was first published on 24 June 2021.
On June 22, 2021, New Yorkers headed to the polls for the state's primaries, with many eyes on the mayoral race in Buffalo. While progressives scored significant wins in down-ballot races, the outcome of the mayoral primary was less rosy.
Despite the mixed results, the Buffalo mayoral primary was a closely watched contest, with many hoping for a progressive candidate to take the reins. However, the actual outcome was less clear-cut, leaving some to wonder what the future holds for the city's progressive movement.