Mamdani antisemitism plan boosts program tied to anti-Israel group

A New York City program that Mayor Zohran Mamdani says will combat antisemitism involves a partnership with aggressively anti-Israel activists.

Mamdani antisemitism plan boosts program tied to anti-Israel group

TL;DR

  • New York City's program to combat antisemitism involves a partnership with anti-Israel activists.
  • The city's plan includes increased funding for the 'Partners Against the Hate' initiative.
  • One of the partner organizations is the Arab American Association of New York (AAANY).
  • AAANY was previously led by Linda Sarsour, a supporter of Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
  • AAANY has supported pro-Gaza protests and encampments, including those with arrests.