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title: Zohran Mamdani
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  disambiguation: Zohran Mamdani: NYC mayoral candidate & NY Assemblymember.  Progressive Democrat, fighting for social justice.
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    - Democratic Party
    - New York City
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# Zohran Mamdani

> Ugandan-born American politician, first Muslim nominee of a major party for New York City mayor

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*https://www.zohranfornyc.com/#about*

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Place of Birth(Text) | Kampala, Uganda |
| Date of Birth(Date) | 1991-10-18 |
| Party | Democratic Party |

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**Zohran Kwame Mamdani** (born October 18, 1991) is an American politician and community organizer who has represented [New York State Assembly District 36](/en/detay/new-york-city-council-elections-2025-0422e/llms.txt) (Astoria, Queens) since 2021. A member of the Democratic Party and the Democratic Socialists of America, he won the Democratic primary for the 2025 [New York City mayoral election](/en/detay/new-york-belediye-baskanligi-secimleri-2025-ee41e/llms.txt) on 24 June 2025, defeating former governor [Andrew Cuomo](/en/detay/andrew-cuomo-e8294/llms.txt) in a ranked-choice contest. 

### **Early life and education**

Mamdani was born in Kampala, Uganda, to filmmaker **Mira Nair** and scholar **Mahmood Mamdani**. He moved to New York City at age 7, attended the Bronx High School of Science, and earned a B.A. in Africana Studies from Bowdoin College in 2014. He became a U.S. citizen in 2018.

### **Early career**

Before entering elected office, Mamdani worked as a foreclosure-prevention housing counselor in Queens, focusing on tenant rights and affordable-housing advocacy. 

### **New York State Assembly**

In 2020 he unseated four-term incumbent Aravella Simotas in the Democratic primary and was elected unopposed that November. In the Assembly, Mamdani has championed bills on good-cause eviction, fare-free buses, and expanded public child-care. 

### **2025 mayoral campaign**

Running on a platform of rent freezes, social housing, fare-free buses, and a $30 citywide minimum wage, Mamdani secured high-profile endorsements from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. [Bernie Sanders](/en/detay/bernard-sanders-254b3/llms.txt). His grassroots campaign—relying on small-dollar donations—propelled him to a decisive primary victory over Cuomo, making him the first Muslim nominee of a major party for New York City mayor. 

### **Political positions**

Mamdani identifies as a democratic socialist. He supports progressive taxation to fund social programs, robust tenant protections, and expanded public transit. His outspoken advocacy for Palestinian rights has drawn both national support and criticism.

### **Personal life**

Mamdani resides in Astoria, Queens. He is Muslim and speaks English, Hindi, and some Luganda.

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## Academic Sources and References

1. Emma Fitzsimmons, "Bernie Sanders Endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor," The New York Times, 17 June 2025. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/06/24/us/elections/results-new-york-city-mayor-primary.html
2. Meet Zohran, https://www.zohranfornyc.com/#about, Accessed 25 June 2025.
3. Merve Aydogan, "Andrew Cuomo concedes to Zohran Mamdani in New York City mayoral primary," Anadolu Agency, 25 June 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/andrew-cuomo-concedes-to-zohran-mamdani-in-new-york-city-mayoral-primary/3612060
4. New York City Mayoral Primary Election Results 2025, The New York Times, 25 June 2025. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/06/24/us/elections/results-new-york-city-mayor-primary.html
5. Nicholas Fandos, "Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Endorses Zohran Mamdani as Top Choice for Mayor," The New York Times, 5 June 2025. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/06/24/us/elections/results-new-york-city-mayor-primary.html