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Ruth Messinger Endorses Zohran Mamdani in Historic Tour

8/12/2025

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Ruth Messinger, a trailblazer as the first woman to secure the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor, passionately endorsed Zohran Mamdani during his "Five Boroughs Against Trump" tour. At 84, she lauded his dedication to affordability and resistance against authoritarianism, while also addressing Jewish voters' concerns about his past remarks on Israel and his commitment to community safety.

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Ruth Messinger, a trailblazer as the first woman to secure the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor, passionately endorsed Zohran Mamdani during his "Five Boroughs Against Trump" tour. At 84, she lauded his dedication to affordability and resistance against authoritarianism, while also addressing Jewish voters' concerns about his past remarks on Israel and his commitment to community safety.