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Zohran Mamdani’s bid for New York mayor has ignited one of the city’s most divisive political battles, stirring debate over its future direction. The 34-year-old Queens assemblyman and self-proclaimed democratic socialist has rallied progressive supporters but alarmed moderates, Republicans, and business leaders. His stance on defunding the police and diverting law enforcement funds to social programs has drawn sharp criticism amid rising crime and subway assaults. Mamdani’s proposals to expand taxpayer-funded housing and healthcare for undocumented immigrants have further polarized voters.On foreign policy, his outspoken anti-Israel positions—mirroring those of Rep. Ilhan Omar—have intensified controversy. Critics fear his rise could transform New York into a testing ground for radical politics, warning the city not to repeat London’s mistakes with populist progressivism.
