Democratic Lawmaker Zohran Mamdani Skips New York's Israel Parade
New York Democratic Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani skipped the city's annual Israel Day Parade, sparking controversy and criticism from some Jewish community members. While Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer attended, Mamdani's absence highlighted divisions within the Democratic party regarding Israel.
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Democrats split on Israel parade as Schumer attends and Mamdani skips out
New York mayor refused to attend as other Democrats drew rebukes for marching with Israel’s far-right finance minister As they’ve done for decades, prominent members of the Democratic party establishment marched on Sunday in New York City’s annual Israel Day parade. Perhaps more noteworthy, however, was who was missing. Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, refused to attend, citing his opposition to the Israeli government, which he has accused of committing genocide in Gaza. Continue ...
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