Is Mario Cuomo A-List?
No — Mario Cuomo is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 1983
Elected Governor of New York
Lost A-list status in 1994
Dropped to B tier — Defeated for Re-election
Ranking Timeline
Begins Law Career
Starts as a lawyer, developing his skills in public speaking and advocacy.
Secretary of State of New York
Enters public service, gaining experience in state government.
Elected Governor of New York
Elected as Governor, implementing his progressive policies.
Considered Presidential Candidate
Cuomo gains national attention, but declines to run for president.
Defeated for Re-election
Loses his bid for a fourth term, ending his time as Governor.
Mario Cuomo Dies
Passes away, remembered for his eloquent speeches and progressive policies.
Legacy as Liberal Icon
Remembered as a prominent voice in the Democratic Party and a symbol of American liberalism.
Last updated: February 24, 2026