Zohran Mamdani, a socialist candidate for mayor, pledged not to accept contributions from real estate executives but has received significant donations from industry players, totaling $3,700. This has sparked criticism from political operatives who claim it undermines his anti-establishment stance. Comparatively, City Comptroller Brad Lander, another candidate, returned similar funds to uphold his commitment against real estate donations. Critics label Mamdani a hypocrite, pointing to the contradiction between his rhetoric and his campaign financing practices, which contradicts his stated values.
He might not be bringing in the big-money real estate other mayoral candidates like [ex-Gov. Andrew] Cuomo and [Mayor] Eric Adams have attracted, but these donations show just how disingenuous he is.
He wants to be in three places at once when he's nowhere at all.
In contrast, City Comptroller Brad Lander returned the donation from Riggs the same day, demonstrating a commitment to his pledge of not accepting real estate money.
Mamdani's real estate money is just a tiny piece of his $3.67 million.
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