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Tax the Rich Rally Pushes Mayor-Elect's Bold Tax Plan

11/18/2025

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On November 16, 2025, a 'Tax the Rich' rally highlighted Zohran Mamdani, mayor-elect, and his tax proposals, with Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) leaders arguing victory mandates tax increases.
State Sen. John Liu and Assemblywoman Phara Souffrant Forrest introduced a 2% surcharge on incomes over $1 million, estimated to raise $4 billion.
Governor Kathy Hochul faces pressure to back these plans or risk losing support, with left-leaning groups signaling primary challenges.

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On November 16, 2025, a 'Tax the Rich' rally highlighted Zohran Mamdani, mayor-elect, and his tax proposals, with Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) leaders arguing victory mandates tax increases.
State Sen. John Liu and Assemblywoman Phara Souffrant Forrest introduced a 2% surcharge on incomes over $1 million, estimated to raise $4 billion.
Governor Kathy Hochul faces pressure to back these plans or risk losing support, with left-leaning groups signaling primary challenges.