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Mamdani charms national Democrats. But N.Y. Dems are just meh.
Zohran Mamdani came to Washington on Wednesday to share tips on how his longshot campaign for the Democratic nomination in New York's mayoral contest connected with voters through clever social media posts and a relentless focus on affordability. National Democrats gushed about what they heard at an hour-long 'Communication and Organizing Skillshare' hosted by a fellow New Yorker, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D). The event was attended by about 40 mainly progressive lawmakers and shifted venues because of high demand, according to a Mamdani spokesperson. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Michigan) called Mamdani 'a very personable, smart young man' and likened his connection with voters to the one President Donald Trump has with his supporters. 'Donald Trump and he both get out and they talk to people and they listen to people and they understand how people feel. And he's using social media the way that Donald Trump has,' Dingell said. Since Mamdani skyrocketed to prominence after trouncing Andrew M. Cuomo in the primary a few weeks ago, national Democratic elected officials and strategists have debated whether the Democratic Party, struggling to gain a foothold in Trump's Washington, has found a compelling message and messenger. Despite the general enthusiasm, not everyone is convinced. In fact, lawmakers in Mamdani's own backyard — New York Democrats — are not fully embracing him. Only four of the 12 Democrats who represent New York City in Congress have so far endorsed the Democratic candidate for mayor in one of the bluest cities in the nation. They include Ocasio-Cortez and Nydia M. Velázquez, who backed the 33-year-old during the primary, while Reps. Jerry Nadler and Adriano Espaillat did so after he won. But the remaining eight appear somewhat reticent to back Mamdani because of concerns related to his stance on Israel as well as his economic positions. Others consider him an unfamiliar candidate who didn't make an effort to reach out to them during the primary. 'Quite frankly, a lot of us don't know him,' Rep. Gregory W. Meeks (D), who also chairs the state's Queens Democratic Party, said in an interview. 'He's a Queens assemblyman and I have not talked to him, not one time. I don't know who he is.' Meeks did not attend the Wednesday breakfast after endorsing Cuomo during the primary for 'delivering results that have made our city and state stronger' while governor. But he said he plans to sit down with Mamdani soon as well as the two independent candidates in the November general election: Cuomo and the incumbent, Eric Adams. It's unclear what all Mamdani did during his visit to the nation's capital, though he did meet with Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington). 'He is so smart, so authentic, cares so much about working people and has put together an incredible coalition,' Jayapal, a prominent progressive lawmaker who attended Mamdani's Washington event, told reporters. 'Anybody that's staying out at this point instead of endorsing this incredible, dynamic leader is missing an opportunity.' One breakfast attendee was decidedly unimpressed. 'I don't think higher taxes, anti-job-creating socialism and an acceptance of antisemitic rhetoric is the right direction for America,' said Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a Jewish Democrat who represents New Jersey. 'That said, I am always open to learning how I can reach more people with my commonsense problem-solving approach.' Notably, Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-New York) and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) have yet to endorse Mamdani, though they're scheduled to meet with him Friday. Both publicly congratulated him on his victory, however. Schumer said he ran an 'impressive campaign' and pointed to his work with the Democrat on 'debt relief' for taxi drivers and to stop a fracking plant in Astoria. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York), meanwhile, has had at least one conversation with Mamdani: when she apologized to him for falsely stating he made 'references to global jihad' during a radio show. Jeffries this week told Punchbowl News that the candidate needs to 'reassure' Jewish voters and others that he'll stand up for their safety. He has lauded Mamdani for centering his campaign on affordability and expanding the electorate, especially among South Asian and younger voters. 'He articulated a very provocative platform in that regard. … One of the things that we'll continue to try to do at the national level is lean in aggressively into Donald Trump's failure to address the high cost of living,' Jeffries told MSNBC's Ari Melber. Some Democrats continue to voice serious concerns about Mamdani's stance on Israel. He says the country has committed 'genocide' in Gaza and has questioned its existence as a Jewish state. He stirred controversy during the primary when he refused to denounce the phrase 'globalize the intifada,' which some Jews see as a rallying cry for violence against them. He has since told business leaders he would not use the phrase and would discourage others from doing so, the New York Times reported. Rep. Laura Gillen (D), who represents the outskirts of New York City that have a considerable Jewish population, condemned Mamdani as soon as he emerged as the likely nominee. 'Mr. Mamdani has called to defund the police and has demonstrated a deeply disturbing pattern of unacceptable antisemitic comments which stoke hate at a time when antisemitism is skyrocketing,' she posted on X. Rep. Dan Goldman (D-New York), after meeting with Mamdani, warned that 'he must not only condemn anti-Jewish hate and calls for violence, but make clear as Mayor he would take proactive steps to protect all New Yorkers and make sure us secure.' When asked if she has concerns about how her diverse district will react to Mamdani, Rep. Yvette D. Clarke (D-New York) said she is not worried about his platform but wants to make sure they are aligned and that he's as inclusive as possible. 'There's clearly some divides out there among the electorate. If there wasn't, I don't think you'd see Governor Cuomo jumping in the race,' she said. Other New York Democrats worry that Mamdani's call for expanding free bus fare and a permanent freeze of rent-stabilized apartments are 'unachievable promises.' Rep. Tom Suozzi, who represents a portion of the city and some adjacent suburbs, penned an opinion piece describing Mamdani's policies as 'lofty, utopian promises.' Others are choosing not to engage. In the northern part of the city, Rep. George Latimer (D), who defeated then-Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D) with the backing of pro-Israel groups, said he's 'not focused' on the race nor is he endorsing a candidate. 'My constituents voted for Cuomo in the primary,' he said. 'He won that section that I represent overwhelmingly. Now it's their choice of who they want to vote for for mayor.' Nonetheless, several Democratic strategists focused on House campaigns see an opportunity to learn from Mamdani's social media presence and charisma. His affordability message also broke through with voters in a different way than when delivered by Hill Democrats, who have repeatedly talked about the issue in the Capitol and back home. Strategists, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to talk openly, have cautioned lawmakers about the lessons to pull from Mamdani's victory. To recapture the House majority, lawmakers know they have to win back Trump-leaning districts, areas where promises on affordability are difficult to keep without imposing a further burden on taxpayers. But Mamdani seems to be winning over an unexpected ally: Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-New York), an Afro-Latino congressman who backed Cuomo in the primary and has strong ties to the Jewish community. Torres said he wants to give Mamdani a chance and has spoken to him over the phone and at New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie's annual barbecue in the Bronx. This week, Torres sponsored a resolution to censure Rep. Andrew Ogles (R-Tennessee) for 'racist rhetoric' toward Jeffries that also included language related to anti-Muslim attacks directed at Mamdani. Mamdani's immediate outreach to Torres after the primary impressed him despite his policy differences with Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), a far-left political group that boasts Mamdani as one of its members. 'If you're willing to reach out to me, you're willing to reach out to any one because I'm radioactive to the DSA,' he said.
