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New York Elects First Muslim Socialist Mayor Amid Concerns

11/8/2025

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Israeli and Jewish leaders expressed concern over Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City’s first Muslim and socialist mayor.
Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, defeated Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, facing backlash for previous anti-Israel comments.
Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel called Mamdani's victory "deeply concerning," while National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir labeled it a triumph of antisemitism.
In his victory speech, Mamdani pledged to combat antisemitism and Islamophobia, assuring both Jewish and Muslim communities of their place in the city.

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Israeli and Jewish leaders expressed concern over Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City’s first Muslim and socialist mayor.
Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, defeated Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, facing backlash for previous anti-Israel comments.
Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel called Mamdani's victory "deeply concerning," while National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir labeled it a triumph of antisemitism.
In his victory speech, Mamdani pledged to combat antisemitism and Islamophobia, assuring both Jewish and Muslim communities of their place in the city.