Summary
Zohran Mamdani ran for New York City mayor partly to highlight issues like Palestinian rights. His father, Mahmood Mamdani, explains that Zohran was not expecting to win but wanted to emphasize important causes.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani ran for the position of mayor of New York City.
- Mahmood Mamdani, a postcolonial scholar, is Zohran's father.
- Palestinian rights were a significant motivation for Zohran's campaign.
- Zohran did not expect to win the mayoral race.
- The campaign aimed to draw attention to important causes rather than just winning.
- Refusing to compromise on these important issues helped Zohran stand out against rivals.
