NYC Mayoral Nominee Deflects on Controversial Phrase, Citing Free Speech and Universal Rights
Zohran Mamdani, the Socialist Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, faced scrutiny on NBC News’ “Meet The Press” Sunday for his continued reluctance to directly condemn the controversial phrase “globalize the intifada,” a term widely interpreted as a call to violence against Jews.
His appearance sparked renewed concern among Jewish advocacy groups, who have expressed anger over his previous statements and ongoing avoidance of a clear denunciation.
When pressed by host Kristen Welker to directly condemn the phrase, Mamdani repeatedly sidestepped the question. Instead, he emphasized his commitment to universal human rights and his role as mayor not to “police speech.”…