According to a detailed Quinnipiac poll released today, voters are still undecided about their definite preferences in the crowded field of mayoral candidates. No candidate, left or right, has managed so far to impress or break the ceiling of support. Yet when asked about their views on the issues that most concern them in this election cycle, issues that will ultimately have an impact over the future of the city, voters seem to be more decisive.
While the continuation of the current practice of ‘Stop and Frisk’ is debatable, 45 percent of NYC voters are more likely to support someone who would create a Police Department inspector general to oversee the polices conduct. 18 percent are less likely, and 32 percent say it won’t affect their vote.
Raising taxes on the wealthy – always a popular issue with Democrats – 56 percent are more likely to support the candidate in favor, 15 percent are less likely and for 26 percent it makes no difference.