I saw on the evening NYC TV news here...
Shortly after his inauguration, Mayor Mamdani has been mingling among the people of NYC ...
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani greets commuters on subway, announces Office of Mass Engagement
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... Friday is the second day in office for New York City's new mayor and Zohran Mamdani is already looking to follow through on campaign promises.
On his second day in office, Mamdani announced an effort to get more people involved in city government -- a move meant to mirror the grassroots energy of his successful campaign.
The creation of the Office of Mass Engagement will be led by Tascha Van Auken, the head of his huge campaign volunteer network.
"For too long, city government has only listened to the wealthy and well-connected while working New Yorkers remain further and further disconnected from those elected to serve them," Mamdani said.
"The Office of Mass Engagement will fundamentally change this, creating a deeper connection between City Hall and community organizations, faith-based groups, and everyday New Yorkers looking to make their voices heard."
He started his day on Friday morning like an everyday New Yorker himself, greeting commuters on a packed W train as he rode from Astoria, Queens to City Hall.
He gripped an iced coffee in one hand as he shook hands with the other commuters -- laughing and joking with riders, while taking countless selfies.
"I love your energy, you're awesome," one rider told him after shaking hands.
Asked by another rider how long he would be commuting from Queens, he said "for just a little bit longer," indicating he would be moving into Gracie Mansion soon. ...
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces action to make New York City housing more affordable
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