In a time of rising hatred and fear, I look forward to embracing this solemn responsibility—both to represent the diverse array of Jewish voices to City Hall in this critical moment, and to demonstrate the power of pluralistic democracy in the greatest city in the world." The mayor defended Wisdom in a statement, calling her a "principled and effective leader in the work to confront antisemitism in New York City and beyond." "I look forward to working alongside her to both build a city where Jewish New Yorkers are safe, seen, and able to thrive and to build a team that reflects the diversity and strength of our Jewish communities across New York," he said.
Published at: 2026-02-10 23:05:14
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