Zohran Mamdani is a Democratic politician known for his work as a New York State Assembly member and, as of 2025, for his campaign and election as New York City mayor. He arrives on the political scene with a background in housing advocacy and grassroots organizing, and he identifies as a democratic socialist focused on housing, energy, and justice for working people. His rise has been marked by efforts to address eviction prevention, debt relief for taxi drivers, transit improvements, and progressive tax-and-spending policies aimed at reducing the cost of living for residents of New York City.

Key points about Zohran Mamdani:

• Early life: Born in Kampala, Uganda; moved to New York City at age 7. He is naturalized as an American citizen (2018). He attended the Bronx High School of Science and Bowdoin College, studying Africana Studies.

• Assembly career: Represented New York State Assembly District 36 (Astoria and Long Island City). Known for advocacy on housing, anti-eviction measures, and infrastructure improvements.

• Notable initiatives: Debtor relief for taxi drivers, opposition to fracked gas infrastructure, and campaigning for transit improvements including fare-free bus pilots and subway service enhancements.

• 2025 mayoral race: Became a prominent candidate in New York City’s mayoral race and won the election, signaling a shift in Democratic NYC politics toward more explicit democratic socialist policies.

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