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ADL Criticizes Mayor Mamdani Over Antisemitism Response

4/12/2026

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The Anti-Defamation League criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani for an inadequate response to antisemitism in his first 100 days.
They fault his policies, including revoking protections against antisemitism and supporting the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement.
Rama Duwaji, Mamdani's wife, has faced scrutiny for anti-Israel views, fueling distrust among Jewish communities.
A poll shows 55% of Jewish residents disapprove of Mamdani's performance, and Assemblyman Kalman Yeger has given him failing grades.

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The Anti-Defamation League criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani for an inadequate response to antisemitism in his first 100 days.
They fault his policies, including revoking protections against antisemitism and supporting the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement.
Rama Duwaji, Mamdani's wife, has faced scrutiny for anti-Israel views, fueling distrust among Jewish communities.
A poll shows 55% of Jewish residents disapprove of Mamdani's performance, and Assemblyman Kalman Yeger has given him failing grades.