Mamdani's Primary Victory Triggers Surge in Anti-Muslim Attacks and Hate
Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic candidate poised to become New York City's first Muslim mayor, faces intensified racist and Islamophobic attacks from right-wing figures and media, accusing him of supporting terrorism and supporting Islamic law, amid his diverse and progressive voter support. These attacks echo long-standing anti-Muslim sentiments in American politics, especially post-9/11, and raise concerns about his safety as he campaigns.