"Mamdani stated, 'Our administration inherited a report that the prior administration had refused to release. We took the time to strengthen this report to ensure that it was actually an accurate reflection of the city that we all love and know as our home.'"
"Mamdani referred to the economic data in the report as 'stark' and described it not as a reflection of individuals, but as an 'indictment of policies and politics that have persisted for far too long.'"
"Despite inquiries about the DEI language, Mamdani insisted, 'We put forward a stronger report that actually reflects the realities New Yorkers are living through.'"
Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced questions about the removal of DEI terminology from the city's racial equity report. He characterized the previous version as 'heavily diluted' and emphasized the need for a stronger, more accurate reflection of New York City. The report highlights significant economic disparities, with median wealth for white households exceeding $200,000 compared to less than $20,000 for Black households. Mamdani described these figures as an indictment of longstanding policies and insisted that the revised report is more effective.
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