Zohran Mamdani Enters NYC Mayoral Race with Socialist Platform

Mamdani aims to address New York City's affordability crisis and advocate for working-class New Yorkers.

Zohran Mamdani, a New York State Assembly member, has announced his candidacy for mayor of New York City, focusing on socialist principles.
Mamdani plans to prioritize freezing rents for over 2 million tenants in rent-stabilized buildings, a move he believes is within the mayor's power.
His campaign highlights include advocating for universal free childcare and free public transportation to alleviate the city's cost of living crisis.
Mamdani, supported by the NYC Democratic Socialists of America, aims to challenge incumbent Eric Adams, who faces federal corruption charges.
Despite his limited political experience, Mamdani's candidacy seeks to expand the political possibilities for socialists in New York City.