Pro-Palestinian radicals causing chaos should be a wake-up call to not elect Mamdani for NYC Mayor
On a Tuesday evening around 6 p.m., I witnessed a gathering of pro-Palestinian activists in Midtown Manhattan, marking the tragic event of the Oct. 7, 2023, massacre of innocent Israelis by Hamas terrorists.
The sight was disturbing on multiple levels: masked individuals parading down Sixth Avenue, chanting anti-Semitic slogans like “From the river to the sea” and “Israel does not exist,” instilling fear in bystanders leaving work.
Hundreds of protestors brought traffic to a halt during rush hour to voice their distorted version of history.
This demonstration should serve as a wake-up call to the city’s political and business leaders ahead of the upcoming mayoral election, which is predicted to bring further appalling behavior.
The apparent lack of awareness among the city’s leadership makes the situation faced by New Yorkers even more alarming.
It is worth noting that the protest required a significant police presence to prevent potential violence due to the volatile nature of the crowd.
That evening, I was on my way to a concert at Carnegie Hall.
While navigating through near confrontations between different groups of protestors, I engaged in a conversation with a police officer, questioning the legality of the situation.
City Hall is currently under the administration of Eric Adams, a former police officer who recently withdrew from the mayoral race due to ethical concerns, despite making progress in reducing crime.
The quality of life in the city remains distressing, with subway safety concerns and homelessness prevalent on the streets.
The leniency towards the Oct. 7 protest can be attributed to Adams’ interpretation of the state constitution’s provisions on the right to assemble.
Unlike the stricter regulations during the Giuliani era, the current approach under Mayor Bill de Blasio allows more freedom of expression, even if it involves controversial chants on Sixth Avenue.
Grim outlook
The situation is anticipated to worsen, emphasizing the urgency for the city’s leadership to take action.
With Adams out of the race, the focus shifts towards preventing Zohran Mamdani, a vocal critic of Israel and a Marxist, from winning the mayoral election.
Adams is expected to endorse Andrew Cuomo, another moderate candidate, in an attempt to counter Mamdani’s lead in the polls.
The race also features Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, further complicating the competition in this predominantly Democratic city.
As Election Day approaches, Mamdani maintains a significant lead in the polls, raising concerns among other candidates.
While Cuomo and Sliwa criticize Mamdani, their efforts seem subdued, lacking a comprehensive plan to address economic issues and public safety concerns.
The business community, led by Kathy Wylde, is urged to intervene and urge the candidates to prioritize the city’s well-being.
Despite the city’s history of ethnic celebrations, the recent protests deviate from the spirit of unity and pride typically associated with such events.
This was different.
Why are the cops allowing thugs to upend all forms of civility while they violently cheer wanton rape and murder?
“You’re going to have to ask the city about that,” the cop responded before we shook hands and parted ways.
Far left vision
Mamdani, of course, hasn’t been muted about his vision: business-destroying taxes, leftist views on policing and the rest.
But at least he’s willing to fight for what he believes in and, barring something unforeseen, he’s going to be our next mayor.
I managed to make my event at Carnegie Hall, a grand venue that speaks volumes about our great city, the wealth it created and the wealth creators who give back by funding the arts.
Still, I couldn’t help but think while mingling with all those bankers and lawyers in attendance — no doubt, all members of the Partnership for New York City — how little they understand what’s about to happen to Gotham — and their responsibility for allowing it to occur.
