How to be mayor in 100 days: Mamdani grapples with a learning curve
Zohran Mamdani has accrued a list of accomplishments but has also abandoned some campaign promises.
From The Times
April 10, 2026

In his first 100 days as mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani has accrued a long list of quick accomplishments.

Zohran Mamdani, holding a leather portfolio, prepares to step outside the front door of Gracie Mansion.

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But he has also abandoned some key campaign promises. →

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