"AP Photo/Seth Wenig From outspoken children's YouTube star Ms. Rachel to activist-celebrities like Cynthia Nixon, Katia Reguero Lindor and The Kid Mero, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's inaugural committee includes a mix of high-profile entertainers whose politics and statements have drawn intense public scrutiny. The committee, which is not a governing body, is largely advisory and will help plan and offer input on the speakers, performers, and themes we might see on inauguration day."
"While Ms. Rachel, whose real name is Rachel Griffin-Accurso, is generally known for her content of how-tos on topics like teaching children how to sound out letters and potty training, she also uses her platform to advocate for human rights and as a political arena. Her focus has been on advocating for children in Gaza. She wore a custom gown and cape embroidered with artwork made by children in Gaza for November's Glamour Women of the Year Awards 2025."
"Mamdani's picks have independently faced online backlash, particularly from groups like the Anti-Defamation League and StopAntisemitism, concerned by their staunch anti-Israel stances. In response to Ms. Rachel's appointment, StopAntisemitism wrote on X: For those Jewish New Yorkers considering relocating, StopAntisemitism is happy to put them in touch with realtors eager to help in Florida, Texas and other locations where they will be safe."
Zohran Mamdani appointed an inaugural committee composed of high-profile entertainers and activists. The committee serves in an advisory capacity to help plan speakers, performers, and themes for inauguration day. Several committee members have faced online backlash and scrutiny for their public statements and political positions. Advocacy groups such as the Anti-Defamation League and StopAntisemitism have criticized certain members for staunch anti-Israel stances. StopAntisemitism publicly urged Jewish New Yorkers to consider relocating in response to one appointment. Ms. Rachel is a children's YouTube creator who has also advocated for children in Gaza and drawn controversy.
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