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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani labels his wife Rama Duwaji a 'private person,' but several allies say she is a public figure as first lady amid scrutiny of her past online posts celebrating Hamas and using racial slurs. The controversy rekindles antisemitism concerns tied to Mamdani's circle and could press the mayor to address her actions publicly, though it remains unclear how much voters will weigh it.
Rama Duwaji, wife of NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, maintains a low profile, focusing on her art and behind-the-scenes campaign support, while her potential role as first lady would be historic as the first Gen Z to hold the position and possibly influence her husband's political image with her advocacy and artwork.
Rama Duwaji, wife of NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, mourned Palestinian influencer Saleh al-Jafarawi, who celebrated the October 7 Hamas attack and was killed in Gaza clashes, leading to mixed reactions and social media backlash.
Rama Duwaji, a Syrian-born artist and wife of NYC Democratic primary winner Zohran Mamdani, is known for her pro-Palestinian artwork and was recently highlighted after Mamdani's primary victory, which could make him the youngest NYC mayor and the first Muslim to hold the office. The couple met on Hinge, married in NYC and Dubai, and Duwaji's art often addresses Arab and female identity themes.
Rama Duwaji, an accomplished artist and wife of Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, is potentially set to become New York's first lady as her husband leads in the mayoral primary following a surprising victory. Duwaji, known for her work with major clients and her background in illustration and design, met Mamdani on Hinge, and they married earlier this year in New York.