Mamdani's mask drops as he begins to pursue his ideological goals

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New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani‘s campaign was focused on local issues, specifically affordability. Since being elected, though, he’s begun showcasing his true vision: a city focused on pro-Palestinian globalism where local and national law are secondary to the demands of global bureaucrats and Palestinian activists.