Seattle’s Katie Wilson could teach Mamdani about swallowing socialist pride
Seattle's Mayor Katie Wilson has recently expressed regret over her previous comments regarding wealthy residents and businesses. She initially dismissed concerns about a potential exodus of millionaires due to tax increases but is now reconsidering her stance as Starbucks plans to relocate. In contrast, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains unrepentant about his controversial actions and rhetoric towards the financial sector.
- ▪Mayor Katie Wilson of Seattle previously encouraged a boycott of Starbucks and dismissed concerns about wealthy residents leaving the city.
- ▪After Starbucks announced plans to expand its headquarters in Nashville, Wilson expressed regret over her earlier comments.
- ▪New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani continues to stand by his aggressive stance towards wealthy individuals and businesses despite criticism.
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Opinion editorial Seattle’s Katie Wilson could teach Mamdani about swallowing socialist pride By Post Editorial Board Published May 21, 2026, 7:04 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Mayor Zohran Mamdani could stand to learn a leadership lesson from his socialist comrade, Seattle’s Mayor Katie Wilson. Wilson walked back waving “bye” to unhappy millionaires, slamming Starbucks and pushing for a boycott of the Emerald City coffee giant. As mayor-elect, she’d embraced striking baristas with a harsh, “I am not buying Starbucks, and you should not either.” Mayor Katie Wilson speaks at a protest and rally against immigration enforcement Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Seattle, Washington.
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