Michael Rapaport criticized Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist mayoral candidate, referring to him as 'Zohran the Moron' during a podcast. He advised New Yorkers to remain in the city regardless of the candidate's election outcome. Mamdani's stances, particularly regarding Israel, have alarmed some Jewish New Yorkers. He has faced backlash for his rhetoric, including his refusal to disavow the phrase 'globalize the intifada.' There are also concerns among business leaders regarding Mamdani's proposed policies, such as a rent freeze.
I've heard a lot of people say that if Zohran the Moron wins the election, you're going to leave New York. New Yorkers, if Zohran the Moron wins the election, don't go anywhere.
He's not even from here. Do not even think you're going to leave New York City if Zohran the Moron wins the election. I'm going nowhere.
After receiving blowback for refusing to denounce the slogan, Mamdani reportedly told city business leaders that he would not use the phrase and would discourage others from doing so.
Business leaders are also concerned about the candidate's democratic socialist policies, like his proposed rent freeze policy.
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