Is the New York Times trying to wreck Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral bid? | Margaret Sullivan

With their made-up scandal, combined with the pre-election editorial, the Times looks like it's on a crusade against Mamdani

A recent New York Times news story immediately drew fire from readers - and for very good reason.

Headlined Mamdani Identified as Asian and African American on College Application," the article centered on Zohran Mamdani, the candidate for New York City mayor who drew national attention recently with his stunning win in the Democratic primary election.

Margaret Sullivan is a Guardian US columnist writing on media, politics and culture