The election of Zohran Mamdani as New York’s mayor has drawn worldwide attention, resonating well beyond US borders. His self-description as a “democratic socialist” has reignited familiar debates, sparking curiosity and concern. Critics have labelled him a communist and portrayed his political programme as a radical departure from the American mainstream. Meanwhile, supporters view his victory as a sign of a generational shift – a growing impatience with the inequalities present in many…


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