Zohran Mamdani’s child care plan could transform New York and beyond

By: Simon Black, Brock University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: November 5, 2025

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Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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By Simon Black, Brock University

Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old New York State Assembly member and democratic socialist, was elected New York City’s mayor on Nov. 4, 2025, after pledging to make the city more affordable through policies that include freezing rents, providing free public buses and a network of city-owned grocery stores.

During his campaign, Mamdani’s promises clearly resonated with New Yorkers struggling with the high cost of living.

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