Mamdani and the Other World

Mihalis Kritikos highlights the significance of Zohran Mamdani’s election as the new mayor of New York City, focusing especially on his technological vision. In recent days, thousands of articles have appeared about his election, but few have adequately explored his innovative yet practical proposals for the role of technology in citizens’ everyday lives. Mamdani’s tech manifesto includes initiatives aimed at protecting people—especially in a city where technology jobs now outnumber those on Wall Street. His commitment to these issues is not opportunistic: as a state legislator in New York, he has backed laws combating deepfakes and expanding free Internet access for those living in temporary housing.

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