New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is receiving criticism for not condemning a local coffee shop, Poetica, which posted a message stating that Congressman Dan Goldman, a Jewish lawmaker with pro-Israel views, was not welcome. The incident occurred after Goldman visited the shop with his daughter. The coffee shop later deleted the post, which included derogatory comments about Goldman and indicated they would have refused service had they recognized him. Mamdani's office did not provide a comment when contacted by The New York Times. The coffee shop's actions have sparked discussions about antisemitism, with various commentators expressing their views on social media. Goldman, who is running for re-election, responded to the incident by noting the kindness of the barista towards his daughter. The Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, Harmeet Dhillon, announced that her office has opened an investigation into the matter, citing federal laws against discrimination in public accommodations.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani Faces Backlash Over Coffee Shop Incident Involving Congressman
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing backlash for his silence regarding a Brooklyn coffee shop's refusal to serve Congressman Dan Goldman, who has pro-Israel views. The coffee shop, Poetica, posted and later deleted a message stating Goldman was unwelcome. The incident has prompted an investigation by the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights.
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Social media erupts over Mamdani's silence after Brooklyn coffee shop bans Jewish congressman
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani Faces Backlash Over Coffee Shop Incident Involving Congressman