'A Slap in the Face' — NYC Mayor Mamdani Blows Off Israel Day, Because of Course He Did
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani did not attend the Israel Day Parade, breaking a long-standing tradition for mayors. His absence has drawn criticism, particularly due to his previous antisemitic remarks. Many community leaders have expressed their disappointment, viewing his decision as a disregard for Jewish residents.
- ▪Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced he would not attend the Israel Day Parade, a customary event for NYC mayors.
- ▪His decision has been criticized by various community leaders, including Rabbi Marc Schneier, who called it a 'slap in the face' to Jewish New Yorkers.
- ▪NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, who is Jewish, chose to attend the parade, contrasting with the mayor's absence.
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'A Slap in the Face' — NYC Mayor Mamdani Blows Off Israel Day, Because of Course He Did By Bob Hoge | 5:39 PM on May 31, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Heather Khalifa As RedState’s Becky Noble reported earlier in May, New York Democratic Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced he would not be attending the Israel Day Parade, and on Sunday, sure enough, he was nowhere to be found in the crowd of tens of thousands.
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