Mamdani Needs to Close a $10 Billion Budget Gap. He Should Start with Schools
City Journal • 2/4/2026
Summary
Mamdani needs to close a $10 billion budget gap. The New York City Department of Education accounts for 40 percent of the city’s budget.
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