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America Reacts to US Election Results: Democrats Celebrate Comeback as Zohran Mamdani Makes History in New York City The first major elections since Donald Trump’s return to the presidency have sent ripples across the United States, as Democrats scored a trio of big wins, reigniting hopes ahead of the 2026 congressional midterms. From Virginia to New Jersey, and most notably, New York City, reactions poured in from all corners of the political spectrum.Zohran Mamdani’s Victory Speech: “A Mandate for Change”New York City’s newly elected Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, made history as the city’s first South Asian and Muslim mayor, and his victory speech captured the spirit of transformation.“New York, tonight you have delivered a mandate for change, a mandate for a new kind of politics,” Mamdani declared to a cheering crowd. “We will fight for you because we are you.”Read more: Zohran Mamdani, the young Democrat Trump warned would turn NYC into a disaster, has now carved a place in historyHe added, “Thanks to all of those who sacrifice so much, we are breathing in the air of a city that has been reborn.”Live EventsThe speech reflected his campaign’s promise of progressive governance rooted in inclusivity and social justice, a message that struck a chord with younger and working-class voters.Read more: How is Zohran Mamdani connected to India? All about New York City’s first South Asian mayorDemocrats Rejoice: ‘The Party Is Back’Celebrations erupted across the Democratic Party as leaders hailed the results as proof that the party’s message still resonates with American voters.U.S. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “Democrats are smoking Donald Trump and Republican extremists throughout the country. Enough with the premature obituaries. The Democratic Party is back.”Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer also congratulated Mamdani, noting their shared work on taxi driver debt relief and adding that he looks forward to building on their “partnership to keep NYC strong, fair, and thriving.”Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton celebrated the victories of women leaders, writing, “Abigail Spanberger will be the first female governor of Virginia. Mikie Sherrill will be the first female Democratic governor of New Jersey. I’m looking forward to seeing these strong, dedicated leaders deliver for their states.”Republicans Respond with Alarm: ‘A Radical Shift’While Democrats celebrated, Republicans painted a grim picture of what they called the country’s “radical left turn.”U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson labelled Mamdani “a true extremist and Marxist,” warning that his election “cements the Democrat Party's transformation into a radical, big-government socialist party.”Echoing this sentiment, National Republican Congressional Committee spokesman Mike Marinella said, “The Democrat Party has surrendered to radical socialist Zohran Mamdani and the far-left mob... Every House Democrat is foolishly complicit in their party’s collapse, and voters will make them pay in 2026.”The strong rhetoric underscored growing tensions between both parties as they prepare for what is expected to be a heated midterm season.Victory for Pragmatism: Virginia and New Jersey Turn BlueIn Virginia, Abigail Spanberger made history as the state’s first female governor. Her message was one of unity and steady leadership: “We sent a message to the world that in 2025 Virginia chose pragmatism over partisanship. We chose our Commonwealth over chaos.”Meanwhile, in New Jersey, Mikie Sherrill took the governor’s seat, promising to uphold democratic values and the rule of law. “Here in New Jersey, we know this nation has not ever been, nor will it ever, be ruled by kings. We take oaths to a Constitution, not a king,” she said.Their wins were hailed by Democrats as evidence that voters were rejecting divisive politics in favour of stability and governance.American Muslim Community Hails ‘Historic Turning Point’The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) lauded Mamdani’s election as a watershed moment for Muslim representation in American politics.“The election of New York City's first Muslim mayor represents a historic turning point for American Muslim political engagement,” the organisation said. “Regardless of whether anyone agrees with Mayor-Elect Mamdani's stances, all Americans should celebrate that our nation is still a place where people of all races, faiths and backgrounds can make history.”Calls for Cooperation Amid Political DividesFormer New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who lost to Mamdani in the race, struck a conciliatory note in his message to supporters: “Congratulations to Zohran Mamdani. Tonight was their night, and as they start to transition to government, we will all help any way we can, because we need our New York City government to work.”His statement reflected a rare tone of unity in a political climate often marked by division.A New Political Chapter for AmericaThe night’s results mark a major morale boost for Democrats who had faced mounting pressure since Trump’s return to the White House. With Mamdani’s historic win, Spanberger’s breakthrough in Virginia, and Sherrill’s victory in New Jersey, the party has found renewed confidence heading into the midterms.Whether these wins represent a genuine shift in American politics or a temporary backlash against conservative dominance remains to be seen, but for now, Democrats are savouring what they see as a powerful comeback.Inputs from agenciesAdd as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! 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