With a plan to tax the rich, open city-run food stores, make buses free and ‘Trump-proof’ New York, Mamdani is championing a leftwing programme that has divided his party. His ability to make good on his campaign promises will lay the groundwork for Democrats nationally as they seek to recover from their loss in 2024. Here’s what you need to know about the 34-year-old democratic socialist.
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