The Mamdani Moment: NYC Jews Confront a Political Shift

What does it mean to be Jewish in NYC after Zohran Mamdani’s surprising victory in New York's Democratic mayoral primary? In this candid and passionate conversation, Mijal Bitton and Noam Weissman reflect on fear, populism, and the strategic mistakes and opportunities facing the Jewish community. From public safety to coalition-building, they explore why this moment matters far beyond New York — and what must happen next.

Note: This episode  was recorded on July 2nd. Subsequent developments are not discussed in this episode.

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