Leading New York City is the “second toughest job in America,” as former Mayor John Lindsay famously said — yet Eric Adams is not alone in wanting the gig. A crowded field of candidates want to capitalize on the scandal-plagued incumbent mayor’s rock-bottom popularity and make the move to Gracie Mansion.

The first New York City Democratic mayoral primary debate will be held Wednesday night, with nine candidates squaring off for the first time. There are some recognizable names among those who will be participating,