State Democratic chair chooses not to endorse Mamdani in NYC race

The state Democratic chairman, who is also the Nassau County Democratic chair, has said he does not want to endorse state Assembly Member Zorhan Mamdani for the New York City mayoral race this November.

Jay Jacobs said that although he and Mamdani agree on principles, he said the two do not agree on several policies.

“Mr. Mamdani and I are in agreement that America’s greatest problem is the continued growth in income disparity in our nation. On how to address it – we fundamentally disagree,” Jacobs said in a statement. “Furthermore, as I expressed to him directly, I strongly disagree with his views on the State of Israel, along with certain key policy positions. Furthermore, I reject the platform of the so-called “Democratic Socialists of America” and do not believe that it represents the principles, values or policies of the Democratic Party.”

Mamdani’s campaign centers on affordability and focuses on affordable housing for all, lowering the cost of living, taxing the wealthy and public safety reform.


https://www.longislandpress.com/2025/09/23/jay-jacobs-mamdani-nyc/