NEW YORK – Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old Democratic Assembly member, has been elected mayor of New York City, marking a historic victory for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party. Mamdani defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa, becoming the first Muslim, first of South Asian heritage, and first African-born mayor in the city’s […]
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Zohran Mamdani emerges as frontrunner in New York mayoral race
WASHINGTON: Early voting for New York City’s mayoral election began on Saturday, with Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state lawmaker of South Asian origin and self-described democratic socialist, emerging as the surprise frontrunner in the race. Once seen as a political outsider, Mamdani’s campaign has gained remarkable momentum, fuelled by young progressive volunteers and widespread frustration […]