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Zohran Mamdani
Mamdani Allies Defeat Establishment Democrats in NYC Congressional Primaries
“It's not just a question of electing more Democrats. It's a question of electing better Democrats,” Mamdani said.
Mamdani Defends Skipping Israel Day Parade as Action Against Israeli Government
Mamdani was the first mayor in several decades to skip the annual Israel Day Parade.
New York’s Iconic Queer Beach Faces Looming Privatization Scheme
Queer New Yorkers are fighting for Riis Beach as a developer with Israeli government ties plans a private beach club.
Mamdani’s City-Run Clinic Will Deny Gender-Affirming Care to Patients Under 19
A planned New York City clinic for trans patients adopts an age limit used in Trump’s anti-trans executive orders.
Under Mamdani, New York Will Open a Free Child Care Center for City Workers
The center could be a model for other cities exploring ways to make life more affordable for workers.
Far Right Israeli Leaders Join New York Democrats in NYC’s Israel Day Parade
Israeli far right minister Bezalel Smotrich and members of Israel’s ultranationalist Otzma Yehudit party took part.
Jewish Holiday of Shavuot Links Economic Justice With Expanding Social Freedom
The divisions the ruling class manufactures and depends upon hinder the universal liberation that the Torah envisions.
Legal Workers Protest After Woman Forced to Give Birth in Brooklyn Courtroom
“Arraignments have become a place where people now die in cuffs and give birth in cuffs,” said one legal advocate.
Trump’s Border Czar Threatens to “Flood” New York With ICE Agents
“I don’t take well to threats,” New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said in response.
Mamdani Unveils LGBTQ Office as $65 Million Pledge Remains Uncertain
Trans advocates raise concerns as funding for gender-affirming care remains unclear in mayor’s plan.