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Zohran Mamdani Elected NYC Mayor; Wife's Art Gains Fame

11/5/2025

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Zohran Mamdani was elected New York City's mayor.
Mamdani is a Democratic socialist who voted alongside his wife, Rama Duwaji, a Syrian-American illustrator and animator.
Rama Duwaji, 28, has gained attention for her politically charged artwork, particularly regarding the Israel-Gaza conflict.
The couple met on the dating app Hinge in 2021.
Photographer Kara McCurdy documented their wedding.

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Story summary

Zohran Mamdani was elected New York City's mayor.
Mamdani is a Democratic socialist who voted alongside his wife, Rama Duwaji, a Syrian-American illustrator and animator.
Rama Duwaji, 28, has gained attention for her politically charged artwork, particularly regarding the Israel-Gaza conflict.
The couple met on the dating app Hinge in 2021.
Photographer Kara McCurdy documented their wedding.