Zohran Mamdani Opposes 'Globalize the Intifada' Amid Political Backlash
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Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York mayor, has publicly distanced himself from the phrase 'globalize the intifada,' which has been associated with calls to violence against Jews, clarifying it as a support expression for Palestinians protesting Israeli occupation. Despite his efforts to discourage the phrase, he faces criticism from business leaders and political figures, with some fearing his positions could harm the city's business climate. Mamdani aims to reassure that his goal is not to drive business away, amidst ongoing political debates and endorsements.
- Mamdani says he won’t use ‘globalize the intifada’ amid backlash The Guardian
- Mamdani Says He Will ‘Discourage’ the Term ‘Globalize the Intifada’ The New York Times
- Mamdani Signals New Opposition to ‘Globalize the Intifada’ New York Magazine
- What should Jewish New Yorkers make of Zohran Mamdani? | Beth Miller and Jo-Ann Mort The Guardian
- New York’s Zohran Mamdani wins over some of the city’s business elite Financial Times
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