New York City
Mamdani’s City of Dreams
Zohran Mamdani’s historic election as New York’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor has energized the city. Centering working-class issues, inclusivity and community engagement, he built broad support despite facing Islamophobic attacks and media scrutiny, and his victory signals a transformative moment for progressive politics across America.
Caste Aside
Caste, usually absent from U.S. local politics, has emerged as an issue in New York’s mayoral race, as Hindu temples become key campaigning sites. The contest has highlighted tensions between marginalized Dalit advocates and the influential Hindu right, revealing how South Asian caste hierarchies are influencing candidates’ strategies.
Inside the Battle To Win New York City’s Growing Hindu Bloc
Ahead of New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, right-wing Hindu groups attacked Zohran Mamdani, a Muslim of Indian origin, as “anti-Hindu.” Despite their mobilization for his opponent Andrew Cuomo, Mamdani won decisively. Now he faces renewed resistance as rivals court Hindu voters — an increasingly powerful political bloc.