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Mayor’s Memorial Attendance Sparks Outcry | Wilmington News
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Over 110,000 signatures have gathered on a petition urging NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to skip the 9/11 memorial service, citing his recent appointment of Ramzi Kassem—known for representing terrorism suspects—as chief legal counsel. Critics argue this undermines the solemnity of the day, amplified by a symbolic pen gesture seen as disrespectful. Former officials have joined the chorus calling for his absence, but Mamdani stands firm, defending his attendance as a tribute to victims and first responders, and reaffirming his commitment to honoring the fallen amid mounting controversy.
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