Zohran Mamdani on Political Rhetoric and Violence

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Disputes over whether public rhetoric predicts, excuses, encourages, threatens, or contributes to violence.

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1 total published event · Inclusive range: September 7, 2026–September 7, 2026

September 7, 2026Defended or excused
Addressed record
Zohran Mamdani said he will attend the 2026 commemoration to honor people affected by the September 11 attacks and described the attacks as a horrific act of terror.
““What I want this week to be a focus on is on the families whose loved ones were stolen from them 25 years ago in the horrific act of terror of September 11.””
Speaker capacity
Mayor of New York City
Editorial rationale
Mamdani explicitly defended proceeding with his planned attendance.
FOX 5 New York: Mamdani confirms 9/11 memorial attendance (opens in a new tab)

Mayor’s remarks at West Indian Day Parade breakfast

Video of Mamdani answering questions and confirming he will attend the memorial. The full remarks also state that he will attend events memorializing first responders’ courage.

View context Should Zohran Mamdani attend New York City’s 9/11 memorial?