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When New York City mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani takes the stage, there’s another presence—unseen yet deeply felt—which is shaping the rhythm of his rise.

Rama Duwaji, Mamdani’s 28-year-old wife, rarely appears in photos or campaign videos. She posts no smiling selfies beside him, makes no joint TV appearances, and has never taken a seat beside him at a press conference. Yet, according to CNN, she remains a steady force behind the scenes—the quiet artist helping frame the image of one of the city’s most unconventional politicians.

The Artist Who Prefers To Listen

Duwaji, born to Syrian-American parents, grew up moving between cultures, carrying stories that would later seep into her art. According to The Economic Times, she trained as an illustrator and cer

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