Mamdani Reportedly Pushes $70 Million Grocery Store Proposal Amid $5.4 Billion Budget Gap
Reason Magazine • 2/28/2026
Summary
New York City Mayor Mamdani is advancing a $70 million grocery store proposal despite a $5.4 billion budget deficit. This proposal has historically yielded poor results.
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