Exclusive | NYC Jewish pols urged to join 'Jews for Zohran' Mamdani and back Israel-bashing nominee for mayor
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Jewish leaders are advocating for Zohran Mamdani's mayoral campaign, concerned about potential primary challenges from Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates. The initiative, dubbed "Jews for Zohran," includes significant support from prominent figures like city Comptroller Brad Lander and Rep. Jerrold Nadler. While Lander endorses Mamdani after his victory in the primary, some Jewish officials are hesitant due to constituents' discontent with Mamdani's positions on Israel. Mamdani's supporters may pose primary threats to opposing lawmakers if they don't show backing for his candidacy.
A coalition of Jewish leaders is mobilizing support for socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani for mayor, fearing primary threats from Democratic Socialists of America-backed contenders if they don't unify behind him.
Leading Jewish politicians, including Brad Lander and Jerrold Nadler, are supporting Mamdani, as some constituents express concerns over his views on Israel, including not denouncing certain rallying cries.
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