Zohran Mamdani's historic inauguration
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On a freezing New Year’s Day, the democratic socialist mayor took his ceremonial oath of office on the steps of New York City Hall.
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani's historic inauguration will feature Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt.
"I would like to be there to show the smooth, peaceful transition of power. We both know how important that is," the outgoing mayor said.
The Grammy-winning singer, part of the supergroup boygenius, followed a performance by Mandy Patinkin, who sang “Over the Rainbow.”