Mayor Eric Adams’ decision to drop his bid for reelection opens a narrow path for Andrew Cuomo to win City Hall — and stave off an utterly disastrous Zohran Mamdani mayoralty. But to do that, the ex-gov needs to get far out of his comfort zone.

He’s been getting just 25% of voters’ support in the RealClear Politics poll average for good reason: He’s got a troubling record — and isn’t particularly likeable.

To win in November, he has to win over most of Adams’ backers and some of Republican Curtis Sliwa’s, too.

A new-and-improved Cuomo, one truly committed to standing up to the wacky left, might have a chance. What would he have to do?

He can start by showing some heretofore uncharacteristic warmth : Shed the bully image and the self-righteous, unapologetic tones.

Be nice.

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