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Anti-Israel protesters accuse Mamdani of 'genocide' outside Oct 7 vigil
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Key Points:
- Over 100 anti-Israel protesters in New York City targeted Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a vigil marking the anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas terror attacks, accusing him of genocide and betrayal.
- The protesters demanded Mamdani take action against real estate events marketing properties in Israeli settlements in the West Bank and called for abolishing the City University of New York's Board of Trustees.
- Mamdani, present at the vigil, condemned Hamas' attack as a war crime but also described Israel’s military actions in Gaza as genocide, citing the deaths of over 74,000 Palestinians, including children.
- His statement sparked bipartisan backlash, with critics like Rep. Dan Goldman condemning the mayor for victim blaming and saying the day should focus solely on the terror attack victims.
- Protesters accused Mamdani of exploiting identity politics and questioned his loyalty, with some claiming he does not represent the people he serves.
