Former New York Governor George Pataki sharply criticized the state’s top Democratic leaders on Sunday, accusing them of avoiding a public stance on Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, whose insurgent candidacy has divided the party and complicated the political calculus for Democratic heavyweights ahead of a contentious general election. Speaking during a radio appearance onContinue reading “Former NY Governor Pataki strongly rebukes the top 3 Democrats”
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Instagram Suspends Zohran Mamdani’s account, Leaked Memo Cites ‘National Interest’ as Meta Tilts Right
On Monday, July 21st, Instagram temporarily suspended the account of Zohran Mamdani, a New York State Assembly member and NYC mayoral candidate. The suspension, which lasted approximately 3 hours before his account was reinstated, was explained by Instagram senior directors in an internal leaked memo that his content was deemed “too socialist,” and goes againstContinue reading “Instagram Suspends Zohran Mamdani’s account, Leaked Memo Cites ‘National Interest’ as Meta Tilts Right”
Cuomo to re-enter the New York City mayoral race as an Independent
NEW YORK, July 13 (Reuters) – Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo plans to re‑enter the New York City mayoral race this November — not as a Democrat, but on an independent “Fight and Deliver” ticket – positioning himself against both the Democratic nominee, Zohran Mamdani, and other independents, including incumbent Mayor Eric Adams. Cuomo, 67,Continue reading “Cuomo to re-enter the New York City mayoral race as an Independent”
Progressive Challenger Zohran Mamdani Scores Upset Win in New York City Democratic Mayoral Primary
Progressive state lawmaker Zohran Mamdani won New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary on Tuesday, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a stunning upset that reshaped the city’s political landscape and signaled a growing generational and ideological shift within the Democratic Party. Mamdani, 33, a Democratic Socialist and two-term Assembly member from Queens, secured a leadingContinue reading “Progressive Challenger Zohran Mamdani Scores Upset Win in New York City Democratic Mayoral Primary”
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