Head of de Blasio’s $1B ThriveNYC project manages a stylish DUMBO shop and is now part of Zohran Mamdani’s transition team
Transition Team Appointment Sparks Controversy Even if you don’t succeed right away, persistence can lead to future success. Former director of the contentious $1 billion Thrive New York City mental health initiative, Susan Herman, who also owns the popular Plum boutique in Dumbo, has joined Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team. Herman’s shop features locally sourced, […]
Charter schools in NYC overlooked by Zohran Mamdani’s transition team as special interests take control of positions
Mayor-elect’s Transition Team Draws Criticism for Lack of Charter School Representation Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team has faced backlash for not including charter school representatives, despite the fact that around 15% of students in New York City attend these schools. The democratic socialist didn’t appoint anyone from the charter sector to the Youth and Education […]
Rep. Elise Stefanik pushes back against Hochul after urging the dismissal of ‘nightmare’ Mamdani’s transition team choice
On Tuesday, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik took issue with Governor Kathy Hochul regarding a member of Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team who has shown support for a notorious cop killer. Lumumba Bandele, a known figure associated with Black supremacist ideologies, was appointed to Mamdani’s community organizing committee on Monday, despite his connections to Black Liberation Army […]
DSA leaders in NYC earn key positions in Zohran Mamdani’s transition team
Transition Team Announced for Mayor-Elect Zoran Mamdani Zoran Mamdani’s transition team is taking shape, led by two key figures from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in New York City. This past Monday, as part of his preparations for assuming office, Mamdani appointed a recognized progressive advocate—someone with a history in Bill de Blasio’s administration—to […]
Father challenged doctors to halt son’s transition in new documentary
Father Shares His Experience on Son’s Gender Journey Gareth Amaya Price recalls the moment his 14-year-old son, Simon, expressed to him that he believed he was a girl. He found the idea quite absurd initially. “I mean, I watched Simon grow up, and yes, he wasn’t what you’d call a typical kid, but just because […]
Zohran Mamdani, the Mayor-elect of New York City, raises funds for his transition.
New York City Mayor-elect Appeals for Donations Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani of New York City is reaching out to his supporters for financial contributions ahead of his inauguration. “We’re hoping that soon, money won’t be an issue, but for now, please visit transition2025.com and contribute however you can,” Mamdani stated in a video posted on Tuesday. […]
Child gender transition in Texas continues despite statewide prohibition
Texas Medical Care and Transgender Treatments: A Ongoing Debate In Texas, there’s a law barring doctors from providing transgender medical treatments to minors. Despite that, the Texas Medical Association continues to engage in these practices. “Sometimes I feel like it’s over,” says a concerned voice on the subject. “Yet, even though Texas has put an […]
High-ranking member of Zohran Mamdani’s transition team criticized Jews and questioned LGBTQ rights
Controversy Surrounds Zoran Mamdani’s Transition Team Member A notable figure on Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team has drawn attention for a series of inflammatory social media posts expressing hostility towards Jews and Israel, as well as expressing skepticism about gay rights. These posts, some of which go back a decade, have sparked significant backlash. Hassan […]
Mamdani selects a leader of the ‘Defund the Police’ movement to guide his transition team for becoming NYC mayor
New York City Mayor-elect’s Transition Team Controversy New York City’s incoming Mayor, Zoran Mamdani, previously stated during his campaign that he no longer supports the notion of “defunding the police.” However, the political strategist he appointed to lead his transition team is a strong advocate for the anti-police movement. The transition team, primarily made up […]
Lina Khan, the transition leader for Zohran Mamdani, aims to increase his influence.
Insights on Zoran Mamdani’s Transition Team and Policy Directions Chairman Zoran Mamdani is poised for an interesting start, and Lina Khan—who is taking a key role in his transition team—has some bold ideas. She noted that New York City’s next mayor is exploring ways to use his authority “unilaterally” to push a range of socialist […]