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Rapper-Mayor Mamdani's Fresh Vibe for NYC

New York Citys new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, a former rapper, made history as the citys first Muslim and first former rapper mayor. He kicked off his term with a lively inauguration, promising to protect vulnerable residents and combat conservative policies. Mamdani, who once performed under the names Young Cardamom and Mr. Cardamom, is injecting a fresh energy into the city, but the true test lies in delivering change for everyday people. Checkout Solipillow.com

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