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NY rabbi schools Zohran Mamdani on Gaza peace after hateful mob descends on synagogue

Rabbi Marc Schneier publicly pressed Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on Gaza peace, urging alignment with a two-state solution.
Schneier criticized Mamdani for supporting boycott, divestment and sanctions against Israel and his vow to arrest Netanyahu over war crimes.
The exchange followed a Park East Synagogue protest where demonstrators chanted and targeted attendees.
Mamdani’s transition team showed interest in discussing legislation to limit protests in front of places of worship.
Schneier stressed that demonization of Israel can lead to attacks on Jews, urging measured discourse.
The commentary highlighted Mamdani’s father, Mahmood Mamdani, as a figure accused of anti-Israel rhetoric.
The incident occurred amid broader political discourse on protests near religious sites in New York City.
The event drew attention to tensions between advocacy groups and elected officials over Israel policy.
The report notes Mamdani’s stance on engagement with Israel and the Muslim world amid rising tensions.
The NY Post article frames Mamdani within a broader discussion of protests around houses of worship in NYC.

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