Mamdani Loses Again
The New York Democratic Party is facing major internal chaos after its top leader made a stunning announcement: he will not endorse his own party’s nominee for New York City mayor, Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, due to deep disagreements over Mamdani’s far-left policies.
This dramatic move highlights the growing civil war within the Democratic Party, as moderate leaders clash with the progressive socialist wing that is rapidly gaining influence in major cities like New York.
Jay Jacobs: Socialist Policies a Step Too Far
Jay Jacobs, who has served as chair of the New York Democratic Party since 2019, released a powerful statement explaining why he cannot support Mamdani’s agenda.
“Mr. Mamdani and I both agree that income inequality is a major challenge facing our country,” Jacobs said. “However, we completely disagree on how to fix it.”
Jacobs condemned the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) — Mamdani’s political group — saying their extreme policies are out of step with traditional Democratic values.
“The DSA’s vision for America does not align with the principles, values, or policies of the Democratic Party,” Jacobs stated. He also pointed to sharp disagreements over Israel, signaling that Mamdani’s foreign policy positions are far outside the mainstream.
Jacobs did criticize what he called “fearmongering” about Mamdani, but his message was clear: he believes embracing socialism would doom the party’s future.
Gov. Hochul Throws Her Support Behind Mamdani
While Jacobs took a stand against the socialist nominee, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul went in the opposite direction.
In an op-ed published by The New York Times, Hochul formally endorsed Mamdani, arguing that, despite policy differences, she believes he has the “courage and optimism” needed to lead the city.
Hochul wrote that while she didn’t walk away from her discussions with Mamdani agreeing on every issue, she believes he has the determination and vision needed to help lead New York City through its current challenges.
Hochul’s move deepens the party divide, pitting establishment moderates like Jacobs against left-wing leaders seeking to push the city further toward progressive policies.
Top Democrat Slams Party Chair’s Decision
The backlash was immediate.
State Senate Deputy Leader Mike Gianaris, the second-highest-ranking Democrat in New York, publicly attacked Jacobs on social media.
He called Jacobs’ decision “disgraceful,” accusing him of betraying the will of Democratic voters.
“The chair of the Democratic Party refusing to support the nominee chosen by voters is unacceptable,” Gianaris wrote. “If he won’t fulfill this basic duty as party leader, what purpose does he even serve?”
Why This Matters: A Warning Sign for Democrats Nationwide
This internal battle isn’t just about New York City. It reflects a much larger struggle inside the Democratic Party as radical socialists like Mamdani try to take control from traditional moderates.
For conservatives and independents, this race is a wake-up call about what happens when far-left activists gain power:
- Soaring crime rates and anti-police policies
- Skyrocketing taxes driving families and businesses out of cities
- Hostility toward Israel and weakening U.S. foreign policy
- Radical economic ideas that punish hard-working Americans
New York City, already facing a crime crisis, mass exodus of residents, and sky-high living costs, could spiral even further left if a socialist agenda takes over.
The Bottom Line
Jay Jacobs’ refusal to endorse his own party’s nominee sends a strong signal of just how fractured Democrats have become.
While Gov. Hochul and progressive leaders rally behind Mamdani, many moderates fear that embracing socialism will drive voters into the arms of Republicans, including President Donald Trump, who has vowed to restore law, order, and economic stability.
As New Yorkers prepare to head to the polls, this race has become a national test case for the future of the Democratic Party — and for the direction of America itself.
