A young Muslim “democratic socialist” has declared victory in the Democratic Party's primary for the mayorship of New York City, defeating a far more established and senior politician who comes from a Catholic political dynasty.
In what is being heralded as a stunning victory, 33-year-old Zohran Mamdani defeated political veteran Andrew Cuomo who previously served as state governor, reports the BBC.
Cuomo's father, Mario Cuomo, was a Catholic politician who served as the 56th governor of New York from 1983 to 1994; Cuomo senior was a prominent figure in the Democratic Party who was known for his progressive policies and powerful oratory skills.
