Shia Muslim Foundation Celebrates Zohran Mamdani's Historic NYC Mayoral Victory

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The Shia Muslim Foundation congratulates Zohran Mamdani on his decisive victory in the New York City Mayoral General Election. He is the city’s first Muslim Mayor, its first of South Asian heritage, and its youngest leader in over a century.

Mamdani, the 34-year-old Democratic nominee, defeated both former Governor Andrew Cuomo (Independent) and Republican Curtis Sliwa. The campaign focused sharply on economic justice. His platform promised universal child care, rent freezes for stabilized units, free city buses, and creating 200,000 affordable housing units. New Yorkers endorsed this clear focus on affordability and the working class.

This outcome is a momentous step for the Shia community. Mamdani's election shows the growing power and recognition of faith-diverse leadership in major American political systems. His victory demonstrates the potential for our voices to achieve significant civic change.

"Zohran Mamdani's election is a powerful, inspiring moment for American Shia Muslims," said Rahat Husain, Executive Director of the Shia Muslim Foundation.

"It confirms that when our community engages, organizes, and votes, we secure the representation needed to advance our shared values for housing, equity, and dignity for all New Yorkers. This is exactly why the Shia Muslim Foundation prioritizes civic participation."

The Foundation looks forward to collaborating with Mayor-elect Mamdani’s administration. We share core values on housing security, equitable public services, and vibrant interfaith civic engagement. This victory proves grassroots momentum for change can succeed.

Congratulations to Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. His win is a strong statement for new leadership and increased representation in New York City.

About the Shia Muslim Foundation

The Shia Muslim Foundation (SMF) works to advance civic engagement, community leadership, and policy advocacy for Shia Muslim Americans. Our mission embraces interfaith dialogue, social justice, and public service that honors dignity and fairness for all communities.