New York City’s newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani may have captured hearts with his “why can’t we do this?” message, but analysts warn his ambitious plans for affordable housing, free childcare, and zero-fare buses could face a tough reality check. Eric Gander, chair of communications at Baruch College, says New York “won’t be the paradise Mamdani wants overnight,” predicting that President Trump will seize on any early missteps to rally support in the 2026 midterms. Despite Mamdani’s viral campaign success and youth appeal, experts believe transforming New York’s deep-rooted systems will be far tougher than winning votes on TikTok.<br />#mamdani #newyork #US #apt
