Mayor Eric Adams Under Fire for Disrespecting Mamdani and Betraying Black NY Supporters

New York City's mayor, Eric Adams, has labeled Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani as a “snake oil salesman” following Mamdani's victory in the Democratic Primary. Many suggest that Adams' remarks might reflect his own behaviors, steeped in what psychologists call projection. While criticizing Mamdani’s proposals—such as affordable housing funding, rent freezes, free bus service, childcare, and a $30 minimum wage—Adams inadvertently casts doubt on his own progressive claims. Instead of championing these essential changes during a time of crisis, Adams seems to prioritize austerity and the NYPD’s budget. His criticism reveals a fundamental disconnect; the very reforms Mamdani advocates are precisely what New Yorkers need. As Adams pivots to an Independent platform, aligning himself with right-wing rhetoric, he risks alienating the support he desperately seeks. This turn signifies how far removed he is from the needs of the communities he once pledged to serve.