Here in New York, democratic socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani spoke before 13,000 supporters in Queens on Sunday night.

Zohran Mamdani: “Together, New York, we’re going to freeze the” —

Supporters: “Rent!”

Zohran Mamdani: “Together, New York, we’re going to make buses fast
and” —

Supporters: “Free!”

Zohran Mamdani: “Together, New York, we’re going to deliver universal” —

Supporters: “Healthcare!”

Zohran Mamdani: “We will make our city one where every person who calls it home can live a dignified life.”

Mamdani spoke alongside Senator Bernie Sanders, New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who has endorsed Mamdani over former Governor Andrew Cuomo. In recent days, Mamdani has repeatedly faced a string of Islamophobic attacks. If elected, Mamdani would be the city’s first Muslim mayor. Early voting began on Saturday. A record 164,000 people cast ballots on the first two days. In a late endorsement, Democratic Congressmember Hakeem Jeffries has also backed Mamdani.