Views from Europe show excitement and worry in the electoral win by Zohran Mamdani as New York City mayor

NEW YORK, November 6 (C'est Vrai) — Zack Polanski, the English leader of the Green Party, said he found inspiration. Guardian columnist Emma Brockes isn't worried about Donald Trump or Staten island voters ; instead, she's concerned with old-guard Democrats seeking to undermine Zohran Mamdani. Others are already fretting that Mamdani will leave an office he's yet to occupy a disappointment, much like Bill de Blasio.

Further Reading :

• Mamdani victory fires up Europe's left against right-wing surge at home [Reuters]
  Nov. 5, 2025 — The blistering rise of Zohran Mamdani to become mayor of New York City has offered encouragement to left-wing parties across Europe that an unabashedly radical agenda could help turn the tide against right-wing forces at home.
• Zohran Mamdani’s biggest threat is not Donald Trump, it’s the Democratic old guard [The Guardian]
  Nov. 6, 2025 — The New York mayor-elect sells a political message further to the left than any American politician has dared to in recent memory.
• Mamdani seals remarkable victory - but real challenges await [BBC]
  Nov. 5, 2025 — As New York City mayor, Zohran Mamdani's successes - and failures - will be closely scrutinised.

Key Words :

• Democratic Party
• Zack Polanski
• Zohran K. Mamdani