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Mamdani tests his political clout in New York's primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party
Not long ago, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was demonized by leaders of both political parties. Today, just six months after taking office, the 34-year-old democratic socialist's political strength is surging.
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According to PBS News’s source item, Mamdani tests his political clout in New York’s primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party, Not long ago, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was demonized by leaders of both political parties. Today, just six months after taking office, the 34-year-old democratic socialist’s political strength is surging.
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- Mamdani tests his political clout in New York's primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic PartyPBS News - 2026-06-18T21:17:10+00:00
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