How well-positioned is New York City Mayor Mamdani to shake up the status quo? | DW News

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How well-positioned is New York City Mayor Mamdani to shake up the status quo? | DW News

Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as New York City’s mayor. He is the first Muslim to hold the position. His campaign promise to deliver on affordability struck a chord with New Yorkers across all five boroughs — and drew the ire of his opponents.
Senator Bernie Sanders led the January 1st mayoral inauguration of Mamdani to a cheering crowd. Mamdani now must tackle the gargantuan task of lowering NYC’s cost of living.

Chapter Breakdown
0:00 Zohran Mamdani’s path to becoming mayor, and his disagreements and agreements with Donald Trump
2:19 Karen Sebold, Political Scientist, University of Arkansas, on the hurdles Mamdani faces to deliver on his campaign pledges

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Date: January 1, 2026