STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The borough’s Democratic politicians, most of whom previously threw their support behind former Gov. Andrew Cuomo , say Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani must prioritize the unique wants and needs of Staten Island once he takes office.

The Advance/SILive.com asked various local elected officials how they plan to work with Mamdani, who secured a historic victory Tuesday night over Cuomo and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa.

Councilmember Kamillah Hanks, a Democrat who represents the North Shore, congratulated Mamdani on his victory and said she looks forward to working with his administration to meet the needs of the Staten Island community.

“I congratulate Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and look forward to working together to ensure that the needs of the 49th District and

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