‘After 9/11, my aunt did not feel safe in her hijab’: Zohran Mamdani speaks to New York Muslims; JD Vance reacts
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani shared a personal story about his aunt's fear on the subway post-9/11, highlighting perceived discrimination against Muslims. This remark sparked debate, with critics like JD Vance arguing it downplays the tragedy's scale. The campaign is already marked by intense racial and religious tensions.
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani shared a personal story about his aunt's fear on the subway post-9/11, highlighting perceived discrimination against Muslims. This remark sparked debate, with critics like JD Vance arguing it downplays the tragedy's scale. The campaign is already marked by intense racial and religious tensions.
