Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani has changed his position on the phrase 'globalize the intifada,' now discouraging its use. He stated this during a TV interview after meeting with business and Jewish leaders who expressed concerns. Mamdani recognizes that the phrase carries violent connotations for many Jewish people, evoking memories of the second intifada's violence. He aims to expand his base of support in the upcoming general election against incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and others, highlighting the gap in interpretations of the slogan's meaning and its impact on different communities.
Mamdani stated that he discourages using the phrase 'globalize the intifada' as it evokes memories of violence against Jewish people while aiming to quell controversy.
He acknowledged that while some view the term as a call to end Israeli occupation, for others it reminds them of the violence experienced in the second intifada.
Mamdani’s shift in stance comes as he seeks to expand his coalition of support in the lead-up to the general election against incumbent Mayor Eric Adams.
The controversy arose following Mamdani's refusal to condemn the slogan during a prior interview, a position that drew criticism from both business and Jewish leaders.
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