New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani defended his plan for government-run grocery stores on Friday during an interview on CNN, when confronted on a failed attempt in Kansas City.

BRONX, N.Y. – New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani said it will be possible for a "partnership" between the city and grocery store and bodega owners, despite his plan to open five ...

Mamdani said in an interview on Nov. 4, 2025, on Hot 97, a New York City-based radio station, that the city-run grocery stores he was proposing would not sell cigarettes or lottery tickets. However ..

Groceries are about 20 percent more expensive than they were pre-pandemic. Residents who’ve seen their community grocery stores close must trek long distances for fresh food. A New York Assembly ...

Economists and business leaders are sounding alarms over New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s plan to roll out city-owned grocery stores that he says will lower food costs. "You don’t ...

A New York City mayoral candidate wants the city to open its own, more affordable grocery stores. The idea has gained momentum in Chicago and other cities. By Emma G. Fitzsimmons It is no secret that ...

Zohran Mamdani defends plan for government-run grocery stores during CNN interview New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani defended his plan for government-run grocery stores on Friday during ...