Director of de Blasio’s $1B ThriveNYC boondoggle runs trendy DUMBO boutique — and is on Zohran Mamdani’s transition committee

New York PostWednesday, November 26, 2025 at 11:13:41 PM
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Director of de Blasio’s $1B ThriveNYC boondoggle runs trendy DUMBO boutique — and is on Zohran Mamdani’s transition committee
  • Susan Herman, the former director of the controversial $1 billion ThriveNYC mental health initiative, is now running a boutique in DUMBO and has joined Mayor
  • Herman's involvement in Mamdani's transition team suggests a continuity of leadership styles and priorities from the previous administration, potentially influencing the new mayor's approach to mental health and community services.
  • The intersection of Mamdani's focus on affordability and public safety with Herman's past initiatives highlights ongoing debates in New York City regarding mental health services, housing, and the effectiveness of government programs, especially as Mamdani prepares for discussions with former President Trump on these pressing issues.
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