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Fast Forward Strokes frontman Julian Casablancas says Zionists ‘talk like Black people during slavery’
Casablancas made the comment on the web series SubwayTakes, whose host Kareem Rahma said he agreed
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News Brad Lander joins call to end U.S. aid to Israel, in quest to replace Rep. Dan Goldman
Following AOC's lead, the Jewish New York Democrat says he now seeks to end Iron Dome defense funding, citing Israel’s war conduct
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News Seder subway stunt rolls Passover out in public — but watch that matzo ball soup
At the third annual “Subway Seder,” participants danced, shvitzed and noshed
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Fast Forward Tensions flare at Passover Seder over Mamdani’s inclusion
Jewish comedian Modi Rosenfeld cancelled his appearance, claiming he was unaware of the mayor's inclusion
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News Mamdani to attend Passover Seder as he navigates ties with Jewish groups amid rising antisemitism
The annual Passover event, blending art and activism, will benefit Seeds of Peace, a nonprofit supporting youth leadership and dialogue in conflict regions
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News Analysis: NYC synagogue protest protection vote gives Mamdani cover
A veto-proof majority means the mayor’s hands are tied — but meanwhile he has a chance to strike down a second measure that would shield Columbia and other campuses
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Fast Forward NYC Council approves ‘buffer zone’ legislation insulating houses of worship from protests
A separate law aimed at protecting schools could be subject to Mayor Zohran Mamdani's veto.
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News Mamdani voices concerns about synagogue buffer zone bill poised to pass NYC Council
The proposal, intended to shield congregants from protests, has 35 co-sponsors, enough for a veto-proof majority to pass without the mayor’s signature
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Fast Forward Talarico won’t campaign with Democratic House candidate who wants to open ‘a prison for American Zionists’
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