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Zohran Mamdani started learning about politics in Uganda. Locals knew he would rise to power

‘We shouldn’t just be proud of Mamdani, we should be very excited’

The Independent UK

‘Binary thinking’: Why Zohran Mamdani’s African identity doesn’t fit US racial boxes

The New York mayoral candidate, who was born in Uganda, has faced backlash in the US over his complex identity – but here in Kampala, Ugandans of Indian descent are unquestioningly considered African

The Guardian - US

Zohran Mamdani’s last name reflects centuries of intercontinental trade, migration and cultural exchange

When Zohran Mamdani announced his candidacy for mayor of New York City, political observers noted his progressive platform and legislative record. But understanding the Democratic candidate’s background requires examining the rich cultural tapestry woven into his very surname: Mamdani.

The Conversation

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What you can learn from the angry reactions to Zohran Mamdani’s win

A charismatic 33-year-old Indian-American politician from New York called Zohran Kwame Mamdani is creating waves of upset – both in his home country and in India – but for entirely different reasons.

Newslaundry

New York Mayoral Vote Floors Democratic Establishment

Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary is a seismic wake-up call for a party establishment out of step with younger Americans and failing to counter Donald Trump, analysts say.

International Business Times

Who is Zohran Mamdani? State lawmaker seeks to become NYC’s first Muslim and Indian American mayor

Zohran Mamdani had been a state lawmaker unknown even to most New Yorkers before announcing his run for mayor

The Independent UK

Who is Zohran Mamdani, New York’s likely next mayor?

Mamdani is on course to win the Democratic primary after Tuesday’s election, beating predictions.

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What Is Intifada? Is NYC Democratic Mayoral Candidate Zoran Mamdani Linked To an Extremist Movement?

Zohran Mamdani's refusal to condemn 'globalize the intifada' fuels extremism allegations in NYC's mayoral race. Is he a threat or a misunderstood advocate?

International Business Times UK

Voices: Does Zohran Mamdani’s surprise victory in the New York mayor race prove that progressive ideas can win elections?

COMMENT: In defeating a New York political titan to be the Democratic nominee for New York mayor, Mamdani shows that voters wants someone – anyone – who will ‘flip the table,’ says campaign strategist Pablo O’Hana

The Independent UK

Zohran Mamdani set to become Democratic candidate in New York mayoral race

Campaigning on cost of living issues, Mamdani beat out ex-governor Andrew Cuomo and his $25m super PAC.

Al Jazeera

‘New Yorkers have been betrayed’: can Zohran Mamdani become the most progressive mayor in the city’s history?

Six months ago, the 33-year-old was an unknown outsider polling in single digits. Now he is in striking distance of becoming New York’s youngest, most leftwing mayor in a century

The Guardian - US

Is New York City ready for a socialist?

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani spoke to Salon about his left-wing vision for the city

Salon

‘Zohran Mamdani represents the future New York’: socialist riding high in bid to be mayor

The progressive Democrat from Queens is the son of a famous film-maker and poised to take on frontrunner Andrew Cuomo

The Guardian - UK

‘Working-class New Yorkers are being pushed out of the city they built’: why Zohran Mamdani is running for mayor

The socialist millennial, and first south Asian man in the state assembly, is entering an already crowded mayoral race

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Good Jew, Bad Jew: new book explores why the west views brutality against Ukrainians and Palestinians differently

In a recently published book Steven Friedman, who has written extensively on the political and social aspects of apartheid and post-apartheid South Africa, explores the racist underpinnings of the west’s responses to Israel’s war in Gaza. This is an extract from the book, Good Jew, Bad Jew.

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