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With 2 Hires, Mamdani Blends Economic Development With Economic Justice
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed Anthony E. Shorris as president of the Economic Development Corporation, leveraging his experience in city government and consulting.
- Lina Khan, former chair of the Federal Trade Commission known for advocating strong government regulation, was appointed as the board chair of the agency.
- The dual appointments appear to balance the interests of business leaders and democratic socialist supporters by combining pro-business expertise with regulatory oversight.
