The highly anticipated New York mayoral election has taken a controversial turn with candidate Mamdani at the center of a storm, facing intense scrutiny over both his proposed economic policies and his pronounced anti-Israel rhetoric. Critics contend that Mamdani’s vision for the city, if implemented, echoes economic models that have […]
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Dem Rep. Ritchie Torres: Reaction to Mamdani’s Gov’t Grocery Store Idea ‘Hysterical’, We ‘Can Survive’ It
Democratic Representative Ritchie Torres recently weighed in on New York City mayoral candidate State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani’s controversial proposal for city-run grocery stores, dismissing the public outcry as “hyperbolic and hysterical” and asserting that the metropolis “can survive” such a publicly managed initiative. Speaking on CBS News’s “The Takeout,” Rep. […]
Langworthy, NY’s senators are polar opposites on ‘OBBB’
A significant political chasm has unmistakably emerged within New York’s senatorial delegation, primarily spearheaded by Senator Langworthy, concerning the highly contentious ‘OBBB’ legislation. This fundamental disagreement highlights a profound ideological and policy divide that has positioned the state’s representatives at diametrically opposed ends of a critical legislative issue. While the […]
Poll: Hochul leads all potential challengers for governor
A recent statewide opinion poll has cast a definitive light on the upcoming gubernatorial election in New York, revealing that incumbent Governor Kathy Hochul currently holds a significant lead over all potential contenders. This early snapshot of voter sentiment positions Hochul strongly as she prepares for a challenging re-election campaign, […]
This Indie-Rap Hero Inspired Zohran Mamdani to Enter Politics
In a fascinating convergence of cultural influence and civic ambition, Himanshu Suri, widely recognized as the indie-rap luminary Heems, has emerged as an unexpected yet profound inspiration behind Zohran Mamdani’s trajectory into the heart of New York politics. This unique narrative illuminates how a revered voice from the independent music […]
Mamdani Could Face Civil Rights Investigation If He Revamps New York Property Tax Rates Based on Race
New York Assemblymember Mamdani is currently embroiled in a significant legal and political controversy, facing the serious prospect of a federal civil rights investigation over a contentious proposal to reshape property tax rates based on racial considerations, a move swiftly deemed illegal and unconstitutional by federal authorities. This unfolding situation […]
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg’s survival a far cry from 2022
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s current political and legal standing marks a profound departure from the relative landscape of 2022, showcasing a period defined by escalating scrutiny and evolving challenges that have significantly tested his tenure. While 2022 saw Bragg navigating the initial phases of his role, marked by various […]
Zohran Mamdani probably won’t be New York City’s mayor | Froma Harrop
Despite recent headlines declaring State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani a political sensation, having surprisingly outperformed former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, a closer look suggests his path to becoming New York City’s mayor is far from assured. The immediate aftermath of the Democratic […]