Kirsten Gillibrand apologized to Zohran Mamdani for saying he had made alarming comments concerning global jihad, which she claimed could provoke fear among Jewish voters. Her remarks drew backlash, leading her to clarify that she misspoke and to offer a private apology to Mamdani. Gillibrand expressed her belief in Mamdani's sincerity in protecting all New Yorkers and combating antisemitism. This apology coincided with Mamdani's significant victory over Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic primary for New York City's mayoral election.
"They are alarmed by past positions, particularly references to global jihad. This is a very serious issue because people that glorify the slaughter of Jews create fear in our communities. The global intifada is a statement that means 'destroy Israel and kill all the Jews.'"
"The senator apologized for mischaracterizing Mamdani's record and for her tone on the call. Gillibrand said she believes Mr. Mamdani is sincere when he says he wants to protect all New Yorkers and combat antisemitism."
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