By restricting charter expansion and threatening funding, the democratic socialist's platform effectively removes one of the few viable paths to academic success for students in underserved neighborhoods.

Mr. Mamdani, the 33-year-old state assemblyman and proud democratic socialist, is the heavy favorite to win the general election in November, even in a field that includes the beleaguered incumbent, Eric Adams, running as an independent. If he prevails, he will be, without a doubt, the most powerful unabashedly left-wing politician in America.

Zohran Mamdani's plan for New York City's 911,000 students reflects a progressive vision for the next era of US education. Opposing mayoral control, h

Zohran Mamdani’s recent victory in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary has drawn widespread attention for his affiliation with the Democratic Socialists of America and what some see as antisemitic rhetoric.But beyond the headlines, it’s the education platform Mamdani champions that could pose the greatest threat to New York City families — especially those striving to access ...