Summary
Over 10,000 people gathered in Queens, New York, to support Zohran Mamdani, a candidate for mayor of New York City. Prominent figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed him, and his campaign focuses on making New York affordable. The event highlighted Mamdani’s rise from a little-known assemblyman to a significant political figure.
Key Facts
- Over 10,000 people attended a rally in Queens, New York, for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
- Supporters at the rally included Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries endorsed Mamdani.
- Mamdani emphasizes creating affordable living in New York City as his central campaign message.
- The rally showcased Mamdani's journey from low initial polling to becoming a leader in the Democratic Party.
- Attendees expressed interest in Mamdani as a candidate who could address economic priorities and offer different political solutions.
- Opponents at the rally included supporters of former Governor Andrew Cuomo and critics of Mamdani’s stance on Palestine.
- Some attendees demonstrated against President Donald Trump with signs and chants during the event.
