Zohran Mamdani

Two parades, one people - opinion

In New York City, thousands marched up Fifth Avenue to celebrate the Israel Day Parade. At the very same time, in Philadelphia, thousands gathered for the Adirei HaTorah celebration.

Israeli politicians, government ministers, public officials and supporters take part in the Israel Day Parade in New York City, May 31, 2026
Israeli politicians, government ministers, public officials and supporters take part in the Israel Day Parade in New York City, May 31, 2026

The mayor who wasn’t there: What Mamdani’s absence really reveals

Israeli politicians, government ministers, public officials and supporters take part in the Israel Day Parade in New York City, May 31, 2026

Smotrich’s surprise appearance at Israel Day Parade sparks backlash from NY and Jewish leaders

Marchers in the Israeli Day Parade carry cardobard cutouts of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Rama Duwaji, the first lady of New York City, on May 31, 2026.

Mamdani missed the Israel Day Parade, many who went didn’t miss him


New York Democratic stalwarts show support for Israel even as Mamdani skips parade

The annual pre-parade Met Council breakfast included a demonstration by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul of state power that will better defend Jewish institutions from anti-Israel protests.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signs a statewide law establishing a 50-foot security “buffer zone” around houses of worship in New York City on May 31, 2026.

‘Holding our heads high’: MKs march at Israel Parade, slam Mamdani's decision to boycott

Mamdani's boycott came against the backdrop of a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in New York and pushed Ohana to lead the large delegation of MKs.

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana leads members of the Knesset from both the coalition and the opposition in the annual Israel Day Parade, Sunday, May 31, 2026.

The meaning of the Food Coop’s boycott of Israel in Mamdani's New York - opinion

The 'Jewish heritage' that is celebrated by progressives and New York’s mayor does not include the Jewish state.

The exterior of the Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn.

Bennett condemns Mamdani for not attending Israel Day Parade amid celebration preparation

Mamdani confirmed he would not be attending, making him the first NYC mayor not to participate since 1964. However, an X/Twitter post from the time showed he attended in 2024.

Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu takes part in the New York City Israel Day Parade on May 31, 2026.

Mamdani's choice to treat Jewish national identity as shameful just another in pattern - editorial

A mayor who will not stand with his Jewish constituents on their proudest public day, because standing there would tie him to the existence of Israel, has told them plainly what he thinks of them.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani arrives prior speaking about the fiscal year 2027 budget in New York City on May 12, 2026.

Zohran Mamdani just offered New York's Jews a 234-year-old bargain - comment

In the winter of 1789, a French aristocrat named Stanislas de Clermont-Tonnerre stood in the National Assembly and argued that Jews should be made citizens.

Zohran Mamdani &Stanislas de Clermont-Tonnerre.

Muslim activist to lead first-ever Muslim delegation in NYC Israel Parade despite threats

Interfaith advocate Anila Ali says she will march in support of Israel amid rising antisemitism, as controversy grows over Mayor Zohran Mamdani's decision to skip the event.

Muslim interfaith activist Anila Ali.

Mamdani endorses former Columbia encampment organizer Darializa Avila Chevalier

Avila Chevalier’s campaign priorities include abolishing ICE, adding affordable housing, and securing federal funds to repair the city’s public housing.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces the appointment of Christine Clarke as chair and commissioner for the New York City Commission on Human Rights at Diversity Plaza in Jackson Heights, Queens in New York City, New York

Grapevine, May 29, 2026: Minus the mayor

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

PART OF the crowd who came to HaGal Sheli benefit at the Tower of David Museum in support of trauma therapy.

Jewish New York deserves a parade as diverse as its communities - opinion

At a moment when many Jewish New Yorkers are worried about the safety of family and friends in Israel, Jewish organizations may feel the need to double down.

JTA Illustration.