"In an essay published in Thursday morning, Mamdani touted their recent collaboration on increasing childcare funding statewide and praised Hochul for pushing back against the Trump administration's immigration actions and federal threats to infrastructure funding. "New Yorkers deserve leaders who believe in transformation. Leaders who understand that hope is inspired by a vision, and sustained by change. Governor Kathy Hochul has earned my endorsement because she has chosen to govern in that spirit. And in this moment, that choice matters," he said."
"Mamdani made sure to mention a key point of difference between the two, noting that he is in favor of raising taxes on the wealthiest New Yorkers to fund many of his policies while Hochul remains staunchly opposed to that idea. "The Governor and I do not agree on everything. We have real differences, particularly when it comes to taxation of the wealthiest, at a moment defined by profound income inequality. I continue to believe that the wealthiest among us can afford to pay just a little bit more," Mamdani said."
"And the mayor suggested that his relationship with Hochul could provide a blueprint for the Democratic Party on how to continue to provide for voters despite meaningful policy differences as he's come to trust her as "someone willing to engage in an honest dialogue that leads to results.""
Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul have formed a collaborative relationship that seeks common ground between City Hall and Albany. Mamdani officially endorsed Hochul for reelection after the governor previously endorsed him, citing joint efforts such as increasing statewide childcare funding. Mamdani praised Hochul for resisting the Trump administration's immigration actions and federal threats to infrastructure funding. He also acknowledged a clear policy disagreement: he supports raising taxes on the wealthiest New Yorkers to fund programs, while Hochul opposes that approach. Mamdani framed their cooperation as a potential model for the Democratic Party, emphasizing trust and honest dialogue that produces results.
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