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Progressive Democrat Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race

France 24•Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 2:40:07 AM
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Progressive Democrat Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race
Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state lawmaker and democratic socialist, has made history by being elected as New York City's first Muslim and first South Asian mayor, as well as its youngest in over a century. His victory is a significant win for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party and highlights his rapid rise in politics.
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