Mr. Cuomo is framing himself as a moderate with managerial expertise who can lead the city out of crisis. Crime and public safety are the biggest concerns for city voters, according to polls. Housing affordability and the economy come second and third. Mr. Cuomo starts his video announcement by addressing the crime problem.

Andrew Cuomo announced on Saturday he is running to become mayor of New York City, more than three years after he resigned in disgrace as governor of New York after being accused of sexually harassing a number of women who worked for him and misleading the public about COVID-19 deaths.

A look at former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is the latest Democrat to enter the crowded race to become the next New York City mayor.