‘What A Shocker’: Socialist Zohran Mamdani Awkwardly Smiles At Camera For 18 Seconds Before Giving Non-Answer
Zohran Mamdani, Democratic Socialist candidate for New York City mayor, could be seen smiling awkwardly for 18 seconds during Wednesday night’s debate after being called out for not answering a question directly – only to give another non-answer.
Mamdani, alongside independent mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, took the stage for their second debate to discuss potential policies they plan to implement if elected. Just after Mamdani answered a question about housing, a moderator asked him what his position was on the city’s “housing-related charter amendment issues.”
“I’m grateful that these measures are on the ballot and that New Yorkers can vote for them. I know we desperately need to build more housing in this city, and I also know that the jobs we create building that housing should be good jobs too,” Mamdani said.
“What a political response,” Sliwa shouted. “What is your opinion, Zohran? »
As the crowd grew louder during the exchange, Cuomo could be heard saying it was a “yes or no” question posed to the candidate. (RELATED: Socialist Mamdani takes part in election campaign at terrorism-linked imam’s mosque)
However, the moderator intervened, saying he had the situation under control before following up with Mamdani to point out that he “didn’t answer the question.”
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“I think on stage you can see two people calling for votes from the Republican Party,” Mamdani responded as the other candidates and the crowd could be heard pushing back.
The moderator addressed Mamdani a third time, asking again: “Do you support the three amendment questions on the ballot?”
“I have not yet taken a position on these ballot amendment issues,” Mamdani said.
“Oh, what a shock!” » said Cuomo. “What a shock. Once he takes it, he’ll change it anyway.”
During the Oct. 16 mayoral debate, Mamdani also sidestepped the question of supporting New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, despite her recent support for her.
Mamdani said the decision “should be taken after the elections,” while trying to praise Hochul for his work in the state. Cuomo fired back, asking why Mamdani wouldn’t support the Democratic governor, prompting Mamdani to reiterate that he appreciated his support and work.
With less than two weeks until Election Day, polls show Mamdani on track to potentially win the race for New York City mayor. A recent Patriot Polling poll of registered voters found Mamdani leading with 43% support, followed by Cuomo with 32% and Sliwa with 19%.
If elected in November, Mamdani said he plans to implement policies such as raising the minimum wage to $30, launching government-run grocery stores and taxing “richer, whiter” neighborhoods.
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