Ramadan brought a new political moment for New York City’s Muslims – and its first Muslim mayor
- Posted on March 20, 2026
- By CNN
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Ramadan brought a new political moment for New York City’s Muslims – and its first Muslim mayor
Zohran Mamdani marked the month of Ramadan, Islam’s holiest month that concluded Thursday night, by attending 17 iftars around New York City. His appearances were intended to boost ties with key constituencies but also affirm his public practice of his faith as the city’s first Muslim mayor – and his politics.
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