Years of scandal and disappointment have left a void in our politics. But New York’s new mayor offers an alternative to more apathy: hope, says author Samuel Earle

The new mayor embraces social justice, and rejects hate and nationalism. That’s why we’re so excited to see what he’ll do in office, says author Mona Eltahawy

The 34-year-old democratic socialist’s swearing in and block party highlight his previously improbable rise to become the city's 112th mayor.

Mamdani was sworn into office by Letitia James shortly after midnight in the abandoned city hall subway station

The inaugural ceremony broke with tradition, as large crowds and a public party greeted New York's new mayor.

Years of scandal and disappointment have left a void in our politics. But New York’s new mayor offers an alternative to more apathy: hope, says author Samuel Earle