The former president held a rally for Mikie Sherrill, the Democrat running for governor of New Jersey. Prominent leaders have also campaigned with her Republican opponent, Jack Ciattarelli. Source: New York Times
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Obama Calls Mamdani to Praise His Campaign and Offers to Be Sounding Board
By Gotham Rex on November 1, 2025
Former President Barack Obama told Zohran Mamdani “your campaign has been impressive to watch,” and suggested that he was invested in Mr. Mamdani’s success beyond the election. Source: New York Times
Obama and Bob Iger Speak at a Sandy Hook Benefit in Manhattan
By Gotham Rex on December 7, 2022
The newly reinstalled Disney chief was honored at a dinner attended by Eric Adams, Karlie Kloss and various power players. Source: New York Times
Netanyahu’s Comeback Widens Divide Over Israel Among American Jews
By Gotham Rex on November 20, 2022
Benjamin Netanyahu has mounted a political comeback with the backing of a far-right coalition that has stirred concerns among some over the direction Israel will take. Source: New York Times
The Scars of Hurricane Sandy, 10 Years Later
By Gotham Rex on October 28, 2022
Debbie Ingenito is still living with the storm’s aftermath. A box of Christmas ornaments helps her remember. Plus, early voting soon begins in New York. Source: New York Times
The Pandemic Almost Derailed This Comeback Story
By Gotham Rex on May 20, 2021
After receiving a 30-year prison sentence, John Gargano won clemency, then rebuilt his career twice. Like New York City, he’s back on his game. Source: New York Times
Bruce Springsteen’s Drunken-Driving Charges Are Dismissed
By Gotham Rex on February 24, 2021
A prosecutor said the musician’s blood alcohol level was well below the legal limit. Mr. Springsteen pleaded guilty to drinking in an area where it was barred and was fined $540. Source: New York Times
‘Vile, Racist Postings’ by N.Y. Court Officers Included Obama in a Noose
By Gotham Rex on October 19, 2020
A new report found pervasive examples of racial bias — some explicit, some subtle — in New York State’s court system. Source: New York Times