: This essay by Anand Giridharadas examines Mamdani’s shift from an "anti-establishment" candidate to a leader defined by proactive proposals, such as free public transit and rent freezes.
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: His latest book/major paper which offers a provocative re-examination of Idi Amin’s regime and the legacy of colonialism in Uganda. : This essay by Anand Giridharadas examines Mamdani’s
: A critical examination of how colonial law created the very "tribal" and "ethnic" identities that fuel modern conflicts. Summary of Current News (Zohran Mamdani) : A critical examination of how colonial law
: A detailed analysis in Diggit Magazine exploring how a self-declared democratic socialist, migrant, and Muslim won the mayoral race in the "capital of capitalism."
: A staff editorial from the Columbia Daily Spectator that discusses the expectations of his youth-driven base and the civic participation required to enact his platform.