Mamdani tests his political clout in New Yorks primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party
NEW YORK (AP) — Not long ago, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was demonized by leaders of both political parties. Today, just six months after taking office, the 34-year-old democratic socialist's political strength is surging. Always a darling of the far left, he has earned praise from both President Donald Trump and former Democratic critics like New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. He has emerged as the face of the region's sports renaissance. And days before New York's primary elections, is of...
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- Mamdani tests his political clout in New Yorks primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party
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