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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Mamdani walks back ‘globalize the intifada' stance during NYC business meeting
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani told business leaders during a closed-door meeting this week that he would not use the slogan "Globalize the Intifada" and would discourage others from using it moving forward, Fox News has confirmed. After months of refusing to condemn the anti-Israel rallying cry, which, according to the American Jewish Committee, "calls for people from around the globe to participate in rising up against Israel," Mamdani told more than 140 business leaders that a conversation with a Jewish woman about how this phrase triggers memories of terrible incidents changed his mind. The New York Times first reported Mamdani's comments on Tuesday following his meeting with business leaders at the Partnership for New York City at the offices of Tishman Speyer in Rockefeller Center. Down in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, at another closed-door meeting hosted by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., about how to run a successful digital campaign, condemnation of the phrase was absent from conversations among national Democratic leaders who attended. 'Globalize The Intifada' Phrase Stirs Tensions On Nyc Campaign Trail As Middle East Conflict Rages When asked by Fox News if there was a discussion about Mamdani's new discouragement of the phrase, Ocasio-Cortez said, "No, that did not come up." Read On The Fox News App Several Democratic lawmakers confirmed Mamdani didn't share specifics about his radical policy agenda for New York City, but instead shared his insights on running an effective digital campaign with a focus on affordability. 'Existential Threat': Jewish Leaders Warn Of Nyc 'Mass Exodus' If Zohran Mamdani Wins In November A visibly frustrated Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., told Fox News' Aishah Hasnie that Mamdani "didn't even talk about" the phrase during the breakfast. "I'll have that discussion with him later, but it didn't come up. But I mean, I know a whole lot of people that care deeply about Israel that also are very worried about watching children die of starvation," she said. Reps. André Carson, D-Ill., and Rep. Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., also confirmed the topic did not come up. The slogan "Globalize the Intifada" has stirred up tension within the Democratic Party since Mamdani was asked by The Bulwark podcast host Tim Miller if the phrase made him uncomfortable. Mamdani said he doesn't support the policing or banning of language when repeatedly asked by journalists if he would condemn the phrase. Unsurprisingly, his competitor in the mayoral race, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, joined the chorus of Jewish advocates and coalitions who criticized Mamdani's refusal to condemn the phrase. "That is not only wrong, it is dangerous," Cuomo said in a statement soon after the viral clip. "There are no two sides here," he added. But as Mamdani walks back his position on others using the phrase—popular among the pro-Palestine protests that have erupted at Columbia University and other college campuses as Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza rages on—national Democrats have begun to weigh in on the controversial slogan. Ocasio-Cortez, an early endorser of Mamdani's campaign, told Fox News' Chad Pergram on Wednesday that Mamdani shared critical insights about how to "level up all of our games in terms of technique" during the "Communication and Organizing Skillshare Breakfast" in Washington on Wednesday. While several national Democratic leaders have come out in support of Mamdani—including Rep. Adriano Espaillat, who backed Cuomo in the Democratic primary—outstanding skeptics have not endorsed the 33-year-old candidate. House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., and Senate Minority Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., have confirmed plans to meet with Mamdani in New York City later this week, but both top Democrats have yet to formally endorse the self-described Democratic socialist. Ocasio-Cortez also urged those with outstanding questions about Mamdani to "get to know him" before "making assessments from what you may see on television." She applauded her caucus for "showing up in good faith" on Wednesday to give him a fair chance and demonstrating a "willingness to listen and make assessments for themselves." Mamdani's campaign did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for additional comment. Fox News' Olivia Patel, Bryan Llenas, Tyler Olson, Chad Pergram and Aishah Hasnie contributed to this report. Original article source: Mamdani walks back 'globalize the intifada' stance during NYC business meeting
New York Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- New York Post
NJ Rep. Josh Gottheimer introduces resolution condemning ‘Globalize the Intifada' after Mamdani meeting
Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) introduced a bipartisan resolution Thursday condemning the slogan 'Globalize the Intifada' as a call to violence against Israeli and Jewish people. The resolution, co-sponsored by Rep. Rudy Yakym (R-Ind.), was unveiled one day after Gottheimer and other Democratic lawmakers met with New York City mayoral candidate Zoharan Mamdani in Washington, DC. Mamdani has repeatedly refused to condemn the slogan, which is frequently used by anti-Israel activists in the Big Apple. Advertisement 'There should be no ambiguity — 'Globalize the Intifada' is hate speech, plain and simple,' Gottheimer said in a statement. ''The Intifada' refers to a horrific wave of terror attacks that killed thousands of Jews. Globalizing it is a direct call for violence against Jews, and it must be condemned.' 3 Gottheimer said the slogan was 'hate speech, plain and simple.' Getty Images Mamdani, an outspoken critic of Israel, has both awkwardly defended activists' use of 'globalize the intifada' and has flat-out refused to condemn it on several occasions. Advertisement The Queens assemblyman described the chant as an adage that reflects the 'desperate desire for equality and equal rights in standing up for Palestinian human rights,' in an interview with the Bulwark last month that went viral. Mamdani later repeatedly refused to condemn the slogan, viewed by some as a call for violence against Jews, in an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press.' 'That's not language that I use. The language that I use and the language that I will continue to use to lead this city is that which speaks clearly to my intent, which is an intent grounded in a belief in universal human rights,' he told host Kristen Welker on June 29. 'I don't believe that the role of the mayor is to police speech in that manner.' Advertisement Gottheimer appeared skeptical of Mamdani after his meeting with the far-left pol. 'I don't think higher taxes, anti-job creating socialism and an acceptance of antisemitic rhetoric is the right direction for America,' he told NOTUS. 'That said, I am always open to learning how I can reach more people with my commonsense, problem-solving approach.' 3 Mamdani has repeatedly refused to condemn the slogan, which is frequently used by anti-Israel activists in the Big Apple. Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images 3 The slogan has long been associated with violent uprisings against Israel. AFP via Getty Images Advertisement The Garden State lawmaker argued Thursday that it is 'insane and unacceptable' that 'Globalize the Intifada' chants are 'spreading rampant across our country,' declaring that 'everyone' should be against such 'hate speech.' The slogan has long been associated with violent uprisings against Israel, and since the Oct. 7, 2023, terror attack on the Jewish state it has become a rallying cry for activists protesting Israel's war against Hamas. 'Words like these incite violence, fuel hate, and put Jewish families at risk,' the congressman, who is Jewish, added. In April, the Anti-Defamation League reported 2024 as the worst year ever recorded for antisemitic incidents in the US. ADL found a record-breaking 9,354 incidents of antisemitic assault, harassment and vandalism across the country last year, representing a 5% increase from 2023 and a 344% increase over the past five years. 'At a time when antisemitic violence is at record highs, we must stand united to condemn this antisemitic hate speech and take meaningful action to combat rising Jew hatred,' Gottheimer said.
New York Post
03-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Mamdani is NYC mayoral front-runner — as poll shows socialist beating Cuomo, Adams, Sliwa
Democratic socialist nominee Zohran Mamdani is the front-runner to win the general election for Big Apple mayor but could be vulnerable if anti-Mamdani voters coalesce around one opposition candidate, a new poll released Thursday claims. The American Pulse survey shows Mamdani with the support of 35% of general election voters, ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo with 29%, Republican Curtis Sliwa with 16% and incumbent Mayor Eric Adams at 14% and another independent candidate, Jim Walden, at 1%. 'Mamdani has an early lead and a clear message, but deeper scrutiny may erode enthusiasm among general election voters,' said American Pulse pollster Dustin Olson. 6 According to the American Pulse survey, Mamdani leads all candidates, coming in at 35%. Kyle Mazza/NurPhoto/Shutterstock He said there are 'warning signs flashing all around' the 33-year Queens assemblyman. 'It's possible some voters already have buyer's remorse. When they hear about government-run grocery stores or Mamdani's continued refusals to denounce 'Globalize the Intifada,' which many folks — including me — consider to be an antisemitic slogan, support softens,' the right-leaning pollster said. Still, nearly every analyst had wrongly predicted Cuomo would defeat Mamdani in the ranked-choice Democratic primary — with the Emerson College Poll's last survey among the exceptions. So, general election polling should be taken with a grain of salt. Mamdani defeated Cuomo 56% to 44% in the ranked-choice primary. 6 Former NY Govrnor Andrew Cuomo takes two minutes outside to speak with the NY Post after losing in the Democratic mayoral primary election to Zohran Mamdani. Matthew McDermott But Mamdani now faces a broader swath of voters who may not be on board with his leftist proposals that include imposing $9 billion in new taxes on the wealthy and corporations and shifting the property tax burden to 'richer and whiter' neighborhoods to pay for free buses and child care, city-run grocery stores and housing expansion. His opposition to Israel — including support of the boycott, divestment and sanctions movement against the Jewish state — also could be more of an issue than in the Democratic primary. But at least for now, Mamdani is blessed by a multi-candidate field that splits the opposition vote — making it easier for him to win the general election. 6 Eric Adams speaks prior to the opening night session during the Women/Men's Singles First Round matches on Day One of the 2023 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 28, 2023 in Queens, New York. Getty Images Cuomo, 67, is facing pressure not to run an active campaign in the general election under the 'Fight & Deliver' ballot line. Civil rights activist Al Sharpton has urged him to step aside, and unions that backed him in the primary are now supporting Mamdani as the Democratic nominee, while others weigh backing Adams, 64. But the Cuomo camp is touting the latest poll, indicating he's the strongest candidate against Mamdani in the general election, and incumbent Adams is the one who should drop out of the race. Pollster Olson said Adams is cooked. 'The common thread through multiple questions is that Mayor Adams' core support is somewhere between 10% and 13%, so he may not know it yet, but his path is closed,' he explained. 6 Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa came in at 16% according to the American Pulse survey. Adams is seeking re-election as an Independent on the EndAntiSemitism and Safe&Affordable ballot lines. Cuomo hasn't made a final decision on whether he will run a campaign. His name will be on the ballot regardless. Mamdani's lead still holds after voters are told some of his proposals and controversial positions. 'Mamdani support holds steady at 34.4%, virtually unchanged, and Cuomo sits at 29.5%. Cuomo barely budges the numbers even after people hear about Mamdani's government-run grocery stores and what looks like Mamdani's antisemitism,' Olson said. 6 Zohran Mamdani delivers remarks at a primary victory celebration with leaders and members of the city's labor unions in Manhattan, New York, United States, on July 2, 2025. Kyle Mazza/NurPhoto/Shutterstock The survey claimed that Mamdani's support is fragile. Voters were asked whether they would vote for Mamdani or 'anyone else. Voters were split 48% choosing Mamdani and 46% said anyone else. When told of his positions, Mamdani's support drops to 44% while 50% said anyone else. But the scandal-scarred Adams and Cuomo's baggage may turn voters off even more. 6 New York City Mayor Eric Adams arrives for Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch's State of the NYPD address on January 30, 2025 in New York City. Getty Images Sixty-two percent of voters had an unfavorable view of Adams, while 52% viewed Cuomo negatively. Mamdani had more voters view him favorably — 47% to 42% unfavorable. 'Can Mamdani weather the scrutiny of his agenda? Will the rest of the field's baggage start taking the headlines again? The answers to those questions will determine the race,' Olson said. American Pulse Research & Polling surveyed 568 likely voters from June 28 to July 1 via live telephone interviews, text, robo calls and an online panel. It has a margin of error: +/- 4.0%. It was paid for by its subscribers and not any campaign.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Shock rift in MAGA? Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene praise Zohran Mamdani as Trump fumes
In a rare moment within the MAGA , two of US president Donald Trump's vocal allies, former Fox News host Tucker Carlson and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene , surprisingly praised Zohran Mamdani , the Democratic socialist who came out as the top candidate in the Democratic primary last week, as per a report. MAGA Figures Praise a Democratic Socialist During 'The Tucker Carlson Show' podcast on Friday, Carlson Greene were discussing about Mamdani's surprising victory over Democratic candidate Andrew Cuomo, who is the former governor of New York, as reported by The Washington Times. Carlson spoke regarding Mamdani's performance in the mayoral debate earlier this month, saying, 'That guy was the only person in the New York City mayor's debate to say he wanted to focus on New York City,' as quoted in the report. ALSO READ: SoFi Tech stock jumps 7% as it relaunches crypto investing and doubles down on blockchain Zohran Mamdani Wins Points for Pledging to Stay in NYC, Not Travel Abroad According to The Washington Times report, when all the candidates in the New York mayoral race were asked, "If you could visit a foreign country, what would it be?" All the candidates, "had an answer," Carlson shared that, "I think most said Israel," as quoted in the report. Live Events But Mamdani said, "I wouldn't go anywhere. I'd stay in New York. And like, if I want to meet Jewish constituents, I go to their synagogues, their homes, or whatever, but I'd be here in New York because that's what I'm doing. I'm running New York. That's my job,' as quoted by The Washington Post. As per the report, both Carlson and Greene agreed that Mamdani gave the right answer but also pointed out that they disagreed with his political beliefs. Carlson highlighted that, 'I don't think it works, but he's talking about economics and everyone else is talking about foreign policy,' and asked, 'Why is it hard to talk about economics, domestic economics?,' as quoted in the report. ALSO READ: Zohran Mamdani dodges condemning 'Globalize the Intifada,' says mayors shouldn't police speech Marjorie Taylor Greene Slams Andrew Cuomo Greene responded, saying, 'I don't know, apparently they don't know how to fix it. Well, look who he was running against. He's looking, I mean, the failed mayor [sic], Andrew Cuomo , look at him,' and added that he's seen as the 'dirty establishment Democrat,' quoted The Washington Post report. She explained that, 'So they look at this man who's been in our country for what? Six years? Six years. So he's foreign-born. He's a socialist and he's promising to empty the prisons and do all kinds of crazy things and he's talking, but he's talking to them on their level and talking about the problems they are facing relating to them with the problems you're facing,' adding, 'So these young people have no choice, but to turn to this,' as quoted in the report. GOP Failed to Offer NYC Voters a Real Alternative Greene also pointed out that it was a failure of the Republican Party that the people of New York City feel the need to vote for Mamdani, according to The Washington Post report. Zohran Mamdani's Policies While, the 33-year-old Mamdani, who was born in Uganda but moved to New York City when he was seven years old, has called for policies like free buses, free child care, rent freezes, minimum wage increases, and has also proposed a 2% tax on residents making over $1 million annually, as reported by The Washington Post. FAQs Who is Zohran Mamdani? Zohran Mamdani is a 33-year-old Democratic socialist who grew up in New York and is now the leading candidate in NYC's Democratic mayoral primary, as per The Washington Post report. Did Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene praise Zohran Mamdani? Yes. They admired his debate focus on local issues and his decision to prioritise New York over foreign trips, as per The Washington Post.
Fox News
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani slams capitalism on CNN, cites MLK to defend socialism
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani did not hide his opinion of capitalism on Thursday night, saying he disliked it and invoking Martin Luther King Jr. to bolster his position. During an interview with CNN anchor Erin Burnett, Mamdani embraced his identity as a democratic socialist and said he has many problems with capitalism. "No, I have many critiques of capitalism," he said in response to Burnett asking him if he likes it. Mamdani secured the Democratic Party nomination for New York City mayor on Tuesday in an upset over former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and several other candidates. Mamdani ran a campaign focused on making one of the country's most expensive places to live more attainable for average residents. His proposals call for multi-year rent freezes and massive investment in public housing. Critics argue his proposals could worsen existing problems in the rental market. He has also taken criticism for not condemning the anti-Israel rallying cry, "Globalize the Intifada." During his CNN appearance Thursday, Mamdani touted his plans to freeze rent and increase taxes on New York's wealthiest residents. Burnett followed up by asking about him being described as a democratic socialist. He said, "And I think, ultimately, the definition for me of why I call myself a democratic socialist is the words of Dr. [Martin Luther] King decades ago. He said, 'Call it democracy, call it democratic socialism.' There must be a better distribution of wealth for all of God's children in this country." Mamdani continued, saying, "And that's what I'm focused on is dignity and taking on income inequality. And for too long, politicians have pretended that we're spectators to that crisis of affordability. We're actually actors, and we have the choice to exacerbate it, like Mayor Adams has done, or to respond to it and resolve it like I'm planning to do." Burnett countered, asking the candidate what immigrants who come to America seeking the benefits of capitalism should think about his platform. "They believe that if they work hard and make a lot of money, that that's part of the American dream. Do you think that's not part of the American dream?" she asked. Mamdani replied, "I think the dream, at its core, is a dream for stability in one's life. And what you're saying, that you work hard enough and that you then reap the benefits? Too many New Yorkers, and Americans for that matter, are working eight hours and then still feeling like they haven't made enough money to keep living in the city they call home." "And ultimately what I'm focused on is making the city affordable for everyone, not to win an ideological argument, but to deliver on the mandate of this campaign," he added.
