Sen. Bernie Sanders and Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani rallied supporters at Brooklyn College, encouraging volunteer efforts as the general election approaches. Both legislators praised each other, with Mamdani crediting Sanders for providing the language of democratic socialism that shaped his political views.
Sanders celebrated Mamdani’s impressive primary victory against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and highlighted the grassroots nature of his campaign, contrasting it with traditional negative advertising. He warned of efforts by wealthy New Yorkers and Donald Trump to undermine Mamdani’s momentum, asserting that the voters would choose their mayor rather than elites.
Mamdani emphasized the importance of community in the electoral process. Attendees, including Brooklyn College students, expressed enthusiasm for Mamdani and his progressive agenda, such as affordable housing, reflecting a desire for change and hope amid challenging times. Many young voters, disillusioned with past leaders, are rallying behind Mamdani as a symbol of true progressivism in New York.
