Mainstream Jewish groups shy away from scrutinizing Mamdani

Mainstream Jewish groups shy away from scrutinizing Mamdani

If the mayoral candidate wins, antisemites in New York may have free rein to harass, intimidate and attack Jewish communities with few consequences.The post Mainstream Jewish groups shy away from scrutinizing Mamdani appeared first on JNS.org.

Mainstream Jewish Groups Shy Away From Scrutinizing Mamdani - Israel Unwired

If the mayoral candidate wins, antisemites in New York may have free rein to harass, intimidate and attack Jewish communities with few consequences. (Aug. 13, 2025 / JNS) Nearly two months have passed since Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic Party’s mayoral primary in New York City. While America’s major Jewish groups underestimated the 33-year-old candidate’s rising popularity before the June primary, their restrained criticism of the anti-Israe…