New Jersey councilwoman to Zohran Mamdani: You are the mayor – act like it! – opinion

A New Jersey councilwoman criticizes New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for his handling of antisemitism, arguing he exacerbated the crisis upon taking office. She contends that Mamdani's first act, revoking the IHRA definition of antisemitism and an order protecting people going to pray, endangered Jewish constituents. The councilwoman highlights a recent attack at Central Synagogue, where a woman was assaulted during Shabbat services, as evidence of the escalating danger. She asserts that the distinction between anti-Zionism and antisemitism is collapsing on Jewish bodies, stating, "When you say Zionist, you mean Jew!" She urges Mamdani to restore protections for Jewish New Yorkers or resign, and offers to meet with him to address the issue.