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Critics Say Jeffries' Silence Hurts Mamdani's Mayoral Bid

8/17/2025

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Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for NYC mayor, has not received an endorsement from U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
Critics, such as Amanda Litman, claim Jeffries' stance weakens the Democratic Party.
Mamdani maintains strong support among Jewish voters, despite Jeffries' criticisms of his progressive policies.

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Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for NYC mayor, has not received an endorsement from U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
Critics, such as Amanda Litman, claim Jeffries' stance weakens the Democratic Party.
Mamdani maintains strong support among Jewish voters, despite Jeffries' criticisms of his progressive policies.