'mamdani Effect' Is Seeing More People Moving to New York, Not Leaving It

The "Mamdani Effect" article's claim that people are flocking to New York City is being thoroughly debunked by commenters, who point out that a sale doesn't necessarily imply net migration, as someone is always on the other side of the transaction. Some users are poking fun at the idea that investment dollars are pouring into NYC, potentially outpacing actual people, while others are highlighting the issue of luxury apartments sitting empty. The discussion is veering off into broader skepticism about the article's conclusions and the city's politics, with some commenters expressing cynicism about campaign promises and the impact of mayoral changes. Amidst the snark and criticism, a few users are sharing related anecdotes, like the phenomenon of "condos of the living dead."

Snapshot generated from the HN discussion