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Mayor: NYC Promises on Track Despite Budget Woes
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains confident in fulfilling his campaign pledges, including universal childcare and rent freezes, despite a $5.4 billion budget shortfall. He highlighted progress on childcare and transportation, while also discussing a proposed tax on wealthy property owners to fund city programs. Mamdani reaffirmed his belief in democratic socialism, stating it strengthens his resolve to focus on working people's needs.