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From Marginalization to Mayoralty: The Rise of Muslim Political Power in New York

October 24, 2025

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Zahran Mamdani’s historic mayoral campaign reflects the rise of Muslim political power in New York City, decades of civic engagement, and post-9/11 resilience shaping the city’s future.

The journey of New York’s Muslim community—from facing suspicion after the events of September 11 to emerging as a formidable…