NYC grocery store owners urge Council Speaker Julie Menin to oppose Mayor Mamdani’s debated grocery-store proposal

Grocers in New York City are reaching out to City Council President Julie Menin, urging her to oppose Mayor Mamdani’s initiative to launch a city-owned grocery store. They’re feeling hopeful—her composed reaction to the proposal earlier this week, which stirred quite the debate, suggested she might lean their way. Local store owners are hustling to […]
Mayor Mamdani’s wife expresses regret for past tweets that insulted Israel and included the N-word and a slur against the LGBTQ+ community.

Mayor’s Wife Apologizes for Controversial Tweets The wife of socialist New York Mayor Zoran Mamdani, Rama Duwaji, has issued an apology for several controversial tweets she posted during her teenage years. Discussing the matter in an interview featured in Hyperallergic magazine, she expressed her regret. “I’ve seen many reactions from others, and I understand the […]
Mamdani’s proposal features five city-operated grocery stores — at a significant cost.

Mamdani’s Grocery Store Plan: A Bold, Costly Experiment Mayor Zoran Mamdani, identified with socialist ideals, has unveiled a significant initiative as part of his administration. He aims to establish city-owned grocery stores, a promise he emphasized when he took office. In his address, he cited a historical precedent—back in 1936, Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia set up […]
Critics mock Zohran Mamdani’s awkward ‘100 days’ celebration featuring the mayor’s fake Taco Bell garbage.

Critics were left feeling uneasy after Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s unconventional celebration of his 100th day in office. This event featured a quirky “museum” showcasing oddities, including mock trash from Taco Bell meals. The extravagant event highlighted this nascent mayor’s approach, all while Democrats faced a steep $5.4 billion budget shortfall. Among the “artifacts” displayed were […]
Mamdani’s $30M initiative to launch a city-owned supermarket surprises grocery leaders

Harlem Grocery Store Plan Raises Eyebrows Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s proposal to launch a $30 million municipal grocery store in Harlem next year has drawn unexpected reactions from supermarket executives. They express concerns that this costly project could jeopardize nearby grocery stores that are already struggling. During a speech on Sunday celebrating his 100th day in […]
Mamdani’s signature confident videos are now hindering his goals.

Mamdani’s Online Strategy Backfires in First 100 Days The sophisticated online videos that played a crucial role in Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s rise to office are now, paradoxically, threatening his administration’s objectives, according to political analysts. During his campaign for the New York City mayoralty, Mamdani effectively utilized online footage that showcased his vow to connect […]
Mamdani’s 100-day term rated poorly by the Anti-Defamation League due to antisemitism.

Criticism of Mayor Mamdani’s Anti-Semitism Efforts A prominent national civil rights group dedicated to combating anti-Semitism has expressed disappointment regarding Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s efforts—or lack thereof—to address anti-Jewish sentiment during his initial 100 days in office. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) stated that the situation was troubling and described Mamdani’s early decisions in his term as […]
East Village in NYC upset about Mamdani’s ’emergency order’ imposing men’s shelters

Residents of East Village are expressing their anger over Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s decision to relocate one of New York City’s most infamous homeless shelters to their area. Many fear this move could turn the neighborhood into a hub for crime and a dumping ground for the city’s homeless population. The Bellevue Shelter, which is set […]
Mamdani’s legal advisor claims the anti-Israel mayor is the true political figure for Gen Z Jews in New York.

Mamdani’s Support Among Young Jews Sparks Controversy New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani is being championed by some as a representative for the young Jewish community, even as criticism of his stance towards Israel intensifies. His top legal adviser, Ali Najmi, stated confidently that Mamdani is the true leader for a new generation of Jews […]
Mamdani’s popular campaign pledges fade in the initial 100 days: ‘There’s a significant gap between campaigning and governing’

Will these 100 days really change much? Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s campaign commitments—like universal child care, free express buses, and a rent freeze—seem more elusive as he approaches his 100th day in office this Friday. Many of the affordable measures that helped him achieve an unexpected electoral victory are apparently struggling to gain traction in Albany. […]