NYC Democratic Mayoral Primary Puts Gaza in Focus
Zohran Mamdani’s Zionist antagonists tried to turn his Muslim identity and pro-Palestine politics into a liability, writes Corinna Barnard. So far, it hasn’t worked.
Zohran Mamdani’s Zionist antagonists tried to turn his Muslim identity and pro-Palestine politics into a liability, writes Corinna Barnard. So far, it hasn’t worked.
"The people of New York City proved that a movement powered by hope, courage, and working people can beat the money of billionaires," said one Mamdani supporter.
Mamdani’s ascendant grassroots campaign has taken the Democratic establishment by surprise.
“We need the kind of visionary leadership that Zohran is providing in this campaign,” said Sanders.
"Assemblymember Mamdani has demonstrated a real ability on the ground to put together a coalition of working-class New Yorkers that is strongest to lead the pack," Ocasio-Cortez said.