When Zohran Mamdani is sworn in as New York City’s 111th mayor, he will be the first with such an intimate connection to Queens. Source: New York Times
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Mamdani and the Left’s Biggest Stars Unite Before a Sea of Supporters
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2025
As Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joined Zohran Mamdani on Sunday at Forest Hills Stadium, a bigger test for the left may still lie ahead. Source: New York Times
Bernie Sanders to Host Zohran Mamdani at Fighting Oligarchy Event in Brooklyn
By Gotham Rex on September 6, 2025
Mr. Sanders appeared with the Democratic front-runner for mayor of New York City at a town hall in Brooklyn on Saturday night as part of his Fighting Oligarchy tour. Source: New York Times
AOC, Once an Outsider, Takes Center Stage at DNC
By Gotham Rex on August 20, 2024
In a prime-time speech, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez gave a forceful endorsement of Kamala Harris. Source: New York Times
$2 Billion Development in Queens Approved Amid Housing Crisis
By Gotham Rex on November 22, 2022
The Innovation Queens project will, after weeks of contentious negotiations, include 1,400 affordable units out of more than 3,000 new homes. Source: New York Times
If Democrats Lose the House, They May Have New York to Blame
By Gotham Rex on November 9, 2022
Republicans flipped four congressional seats in New York, the most of any state in the country. How did this happen in one of the nation’s most liberal states? Source: New York Times
NYC Politicians Say Yes to Big Real Estate Amid Housing Crisis
By Gotham Rex on October 16, 2022
Lawmakers on the left are fierce critics of the real estate industry. But some are embracing new housing development, even if it’s not fully affordable. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Assembly Democrats Largely Repel Challenges From the Left
By Gotham Rex on June 29, 2022
Long-tenured incumbents appeared likely to retain their seats, though an activist was ahead in a Hudson Valley race. Source: New York Times
Ana María Archila Hopes for Upset Victory in N.Y. Lt. Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on June 28, 2022
Ms. Archila, who was endorsed by Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and the Working Families Party, hopes to defeat Gov. Kathy Hochul’s running mate, Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado. Source: New York Times
A.O.C. Wants Justices Impeached for ‘Lying Under Oath’ on Roe Views
By Gotham Rex on June 27, 2022
The representative called for a House investigation into whether the justices, Neil Gorsuch and Brett M. Kavanaugh, were dishonest when discussing Roe v. Wade during confirmation hearings. Source: New York Times
AOC to Endorse Ana María Archila in NY Lt. Governor Race
By Gotham Rex on June 22, 2022
Ana María Archila, who would be the first Latina elected statewide, gained national attention after she confronted a senator over the Supreme Court confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh. Source: New York Times
Ocasio-Cortez Assails City Council Speaker Over Budget
By Gotham Rex on June 16, 2022
The congresswoman, who has recently been vocal about New York City political players, denounced what she called “dirty politics.” Source: New York Times
Ocasio-Cortez Accuses City Council Speaker of Playing ‘Dirty Politics’
By Gotham Rex on June 15, 2022
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized Adrienne Adams, a fellow New York City Democrat, over her handling of budget negotiations. Source: New York Times
In New York, Two Ascending Political Stars Collide
By Gotham Rex on May 9, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who represent divergent wings of the fractured Democratic Party, have not spoken one-on-one in nearly a year. Source: New York Times
A.O.C. and Eric Adams Have Not Spoken in Nearly a Year
By Gotham Rex on May 9, 2022
Mayor Adams and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who represent divergent wings of the Democratic Party, have not spoken one-on-one in nearly a year. Source: New York Times