Building Mamdani’s Team: Chief of Staff Elle Bisgaard-Church and First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan Chart NYC’s Course – Young Socialist and Seasoned Bureaucrat Strike Balance in Incoming Administration
Target Debuts New Store in SoHo, Leaning Into Fashion and New York City’s Style Pulse – The retail giant’s latest urban format emphasizes curated apparel and local partnerships in a landmark Manhattan location
How Local Coalitions Could Decide NYC’s Next Mayor – Coalition-building — between labour, immigrant communities, progressive groups and moderate Democrats — will likely determine which platform governs the city.
Brad Lander’s Congressional Bid Reshapes New York’s Progressive Politics – Mamdani-backed candidate challenges moderate incumbent Dan Goldman in closely watched Democratic primary
Bronx Shooting Ends NYC’s Historic 12-Day Homicide-Free Streak – Gregory Stewart Killed in Soundview Public Housing Stairwell as City Ties Record for Longest Period Without Murder
The Affordability Revolution: Examining Mamdani’s Sweeping Agenda to Make NYC Livable – Bold housing, transit, and childcare proposals promise transformation for struggling New Yorkers–but implementation will test democratic socialism in practice
MAMDANI: Aging School Buildings: The Somatic Violence of Neglect – Poisoning the “Native” Child’s Environment
A Socialist Takes City Hall: What Mamdani’s Historic Victory Means for NYC’s Future – The 34-year-old democratic socialist defeats establishment rivals to become youngest mayor in over a century
Mamdani’s Crime Adviser Faces Backlash Over 2020 Protest Comments – Former Women’s March leader never received formal appointment but controversial remarks resurface.
NYC Public Schools Face Class Size Decision with Budget Implications – Saturday Deadline on State Mandate Could Free $1 Billion for Mamdani’s Priorities
Mamdani’s Infrastructure Push: A Deep Dive Into the City’s Transit Overhaul – Examining the promises, progress, and pitfalls of the mayor’s ambitious public transportation initiative.
NYC Immigrants Remain Vigilant Despite Cordial Trump-Mamdani White House Meeting – Street Vendors and Undocumented Communities Prepare for Potential Federal Enforcement Despite Diplomatic Exchange
MAMDANI: The Failure of Recycling – The Performance of “Civilized” Ecology
State Budget Allocates 1.5 Billion for Housing, Creates New Voucher Program to Address Homelessness Crisis – Governor Hochul secures historic funding for housing development, homelessness prevention, and affordable homeownership initiatives
MAMDANI: Digital Divide: The New Frontier of Colonial Exclusion – Data as the Customary Land of the 21st Century
Public Health Achievements and Mayoral Transition: Mamdani Inherits Adams Administration’s HealthyNYC Legacy – Incoming mayor positions health equity as foundation for urban governance
From Assembly to Affordability – Long before running for mayor, the Queens assemblymember proved he could move policy–and his playbook is revealing
New York’s Ultra-Wealthy Begin the Great Escape — “Billionaires Don’t Like Socialism, But They Love Miami” For decades, New York City had an unspoken peace treaty with the ultra-wealthy:They get…
New York City Faces High-Stakes Gamble Over Future Casino Licenses – Intense lobbying and community debate surround the potential authorization of up to three downstate gaming facilities, with profound economic and social implications
NYC Youth Mental Health Crisis Reaches Record Levels: Comptroller Lander Demands Systemic Investment – Report reveals 40% of high school students report persistent sadness; city faces $402M annual gap in required mental health staffing
Housing Justice Framework Defines Mamdani Administration Priorities – New mayor signals commitment to human rights approach in tackling NYC’s affordability crisis
Government Shutdown Disrupts NYC Airports with 300+ Flight Cancellations – Federal Dysfunction Causes Travel Chaos as Republicans Block Budget Deal
Beyond Free Buses: How Mamdani Can Build a World-Class Transit System – Mayor-elect’s transit ambitions require bold governance, sustained funding, and cross-agency coordination to succeed.
Old City Hall Subway Station: Why Mamdani Chose This Forgotten Symbol of New York’s Transit Glory – The 1904 architectural landmark represents a golden age of public infrastructure and working-class ambition
Income Inequality as a Bifurcated State – How the “Settler” and “Native” Divide Manifests in NYC’s Economy
Tens of Thousands Expected at Mamdani Inauguration Block Party Along Broadway – Mayor-elect invites public to join ceremony and celebration on January 1 at historic Canyon of Heroes site
PATH Fares Rising as Port Authority Unveils Ambitious Capital Plan – New Jersey commuters face incremental increases through 2029 amid major infrastructure investments
How did Mira Nair influence Zohran Mamdani’s career? – Biographical
MAMDANI: High Energy Costs: The Somatic Tax on the “Native” – The Commodification of Heat and Light as a Tool of Discipline
