Mamdani Hits 58% Approval as New York Post’s Daily Attacks Fail to Dent Him
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Updated · The Guardian · Jul 12
Mamdani Hits 58% Approval as New York Post’s Daily Attacks Fail to Dent Him
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jul 12
Summary
58% of New Yorkers now approve of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, with 26% disapproving, according to a late-June Siena poll that showed his favorability rising over the prior two months.
Daily broadsides from Rupert Murdoch’s New York Post have not stuck, analysts said, because Mamdani bypasses tabloid gatekeepers with his own direct media reach and message discipline.
29 Post items tagged to Mamdani ran from Monday to Wednesday alone, attacking him over Israel, public supermarkets, schools, policing and even his wife’s holiday.
His growing clout has extended beyond City Hall: three congressional candidates he endorsed won June primaries, reinforcing the view that the paper has not moved the needle against him.
That marks a break from past liberal mayors such as Bill de Blasio, whose agenda and national ambitions were more vulnerable to sustained Post criticism.
Is this media strategy creating a new blueprint for political power in major American cities?
How will NYC fund its popular new programs when facing a multi-billion dollar budget gap?
Mayor Mamdani’s 100-Day Report: Strong Approval, Bold Policies, and Rising Influence Amidst Controversy in New York City
Overview
Mayor Zohran Mamdani began his term with strong public approval, as nearly half of New Yorkers supported his performance in early April 2026. This positive start is linked to his ability to balance relationships with both Governor Kathy Hochul and President Donald Trump, with about 60% of residents recognizing his diplomatic approach. While praised for his leadership and progress on campaign promises, Mamdani faces ongoing challenges and scrutiny, as New York City is known for holding its leaders to high standards. His early success sets a promising tone, but his tenure remains a period of proving himself to the public.