A Victorious Mamdani Will Be Forced Onto the International Stage

New York’s global profile gives it a powerful role in subnational diplomacy.

New York City Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani celebrates during an election night event at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in Brooklyn, New York on November 4. November 5, 2025, 5:44 PM Comment icon View Comments ( )

The focus of Zohran Mamdani’s whirlwind campaign for mayor of New York City was on what he would bring to the city. Mamdani drew attention for his platform , which included creating city-owned grocery stores, raising the corporate tax rate, and creating a Department of Community Safety.

But, save for one question during the first mayoral debate in which the candidates were asked which country they would travel to first

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