Mamdani met Hakeem Jeffries for the first time after winning the Democratic mayoral primary, discussing key issues like cost of living and midterm strategies. He publicly distanced himself from the controversial slogan "globalize the intifada" to mitigate tensions ahead of the meeting. Following his victory, Mamdani has actively sought to build coalitions with various Democratic officials, receiving mixed reactions. Despite his likability, he has not yet gained endorsements from significant leaders in the Democratic party, such as Jeffries, Schumer, and Hochul.
Mamdani's proposals to lower the cost of living and Jeffries's determination to win back a majority in the 2026 midterms were key topics during their discussion.
Mamdani stated he would "discourage" the use of the phrase "globalize the intifada" to distance himself from it, acknowledging its offensiveness.
In seeking to "build a coalition," Mamdani has attended various meetings, receiving both warm welcomes and colder receptions in the Democratic establishment.
Despite being likable, Mamdani has not yet secured endorsements from prominent figures like Hakeem Jeffries, Chuck Schumer, and Kathy Hochul.
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