Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for mayor of New York City, speaks during a campaign rally at Forest Hills Stadium in Forest Hills, Queens, NY. Many voters struggle with a fundamental question about Zohran Mamdani’s candidacy: Is a 34-year-old state assemblyman ready to lead the nation’s largest city? (New York Times)

In his path from obscurity to front-runner in the race for mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani has been propelled by raw political talent, an ambitious, progressive agenda and a diverse base of support.

But as Mamdani, the Democratic nominee, sprints toward Election Day on Tuesday, many New Yorkers are still struggling with a fundamental question about his candidacy: Is a 34-year-old state Assembly member who, until recently, managed a paid staff of only five, rea

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