US EditionNYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani declines to condemn phrase 'Globalize the intifada'
- On Tuesday, June 18, 2025, NYC mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani chose not to denounce the slogan "Globalize the intifada" during a podcast interview.
- The phrase, used in pro-Palestinian protests and often seen as inciting violence against Jews, has drawn renewed scrutiny amid recent violent attacks on Jewish targets.
- Mamdani, a democratic socialist and state assemblyman who is currently trailing only former Governor Andrew Cuomo in the race for the Democratic nomination, described the phrase as a statement of Palestinian rights while simultaneously condemning antisemitism.
- He emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of Jewish residents in New York, expressed reservations about prohibiting certain words, and differentiated the phrase in question from other controversial slogans by categorizing them as distinct types.
- Mamdani's refusal to condemn the phrase highlights tensions in the mayoral race, reflecting challenges in addressing antisemitism and Palestinian human rights amid increasing violence.
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NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani draws criticism for ‘intifada’ remarks
Zohran Mamdani, a candidate in the Democratic primary for the New York City mayoral election, drew pushback from Jewish organizations and political leaders this week after he appeared to defend the slogan “globalize the intifada.”In an interview with The Bulwark posted Tuesday, Mamdani was asked whether the expression made him uncomfortable.
'Globalize the intifada' phrase stirs tensions on NYC campaign trail as Middle East conflict rages
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faces backlash from Jewish groups for refusing to condemn "Globalize the intifada" amid rising Middle East tensions and antisemitism concerns.
Jewish Democrat rebukes Mamdani for failing to condemn anti-Israel phrase ‘globalize the intifada’
Manhattan Rep. Dan Goldman (D-NY) blasted New York City mayoral candidate and socialist Zohran Mamdani for refusing to condemn the “globalize the intifada” slogan associated with violence against Jewish people. Mamdani has drawn fire from both ends of the political…
Jewish Democrat rebukes Mamdani for failing to condemn anti-Israel phrase ‘globalize the intifada’ - Washington Examiner
Manhattan Rep. Dan Goldman (D-NY) blasted New York City mayoral candidate and socialist Zohran Mamdani for refusing to condemn the “globalize the intifada” slogan associated with violence against Jewish people. Mamdani has drawn fire from both ends of the political spectrum for his views on Israel, and his latest take has earned him condemnation from multiple sources, including Goldman, who backed state Sen. Zellnor Myrie in the New York City ma…
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