Summary
The article discusses the final push by supporters of New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani ahead of the November 4 election. Mamdani's campaign focuses on issues like rent freezes and universal childcare, with significant support from volunteers and small donations. His lead in polls has sparked broader interest, especially in liberal political circles.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani is running for mayor of New York City and has a lead in the polls.
- His campaign focuses on affordability, including rent freezes and universal childcare.
- Mamdani's campaign relies heavily on grassroots support and small donations.
- Volunteers are actively working to get out the vote across New York City.
- Mamdani opposes wealthy donor influence in politics and supports increasing taxes on wealthy New Yorkers.
- He has been involved in activism, including a taxi worker hunger strike and protests against US funding for conflicts.
- Mamdani is a vocal supporter of Palestinian rights, which is not common in mainstream U.S. politics.
