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10 Defining Moments in the Life of Zohran Mamdani

United States
Born: 1991-03-30 (New York City, New York, U.S.)
Age:34

Zohran Kwame Mamdani is an American politician, activist, and rapper. A member of the Democratic Socialists of America, he represents the 36th District in the New York State Assembly. He is known for his progressive stance on housing and criminal justice.

2013-05-15

Graduated from Columbia University

Zohran Mamdani earned his undergraduate degree from Columbia University.

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Education

2015-09-25

Released debut album as Mr. Cardamom

Mamdani, under the stage name Mr. Cardamom, released his debut album, 'Rehab'.

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Music Release

2016-01-01

Began working as an immigration legal assistant

Before running for office, Mamdani worked as an immigration legal assistant.

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Career

2019-06-05

Announced candidacy for New York State Assembly

Zohran Mamdani announced his campaign for the New York State Assembly's 36th District.

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Political Campaign

2020-06-23

Won Democratic primary for State Assembly

Mamdani defeated incumbent Aravella Simotas in the Democratic primary for the 36th Assembly District.

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Election

2020-11-03

Elected to New York State Assembly

Zohran Mamdani was elected to represent the 36th District in the New York State Assembly.

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Election

2021-01-01

Sworn into New York State Assembly

Mamdani officially took office as a member of the New York State Assembly.

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Political Office

2021-03-10

Introduced 'Right to Counsel' for tenants

Mamdani has been a vocal advocate for tenants' rights, co-sponsoring legislation for universal access to counsel for tenants facing eviction.

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Legislation

2022-01-20

Co-founded the DSA for the Green New Deal Coalition

Mamdani has been active in pushing for environmental legislation and a Green New Deal.

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Activism

2022-11-08

Re-elected to New York State Assembly

Zohran Mamdani was re-elected for his second term in the New York State Assembly.

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Election

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