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November 4, 2025
New York City’s largest public employee union congratulates Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani
NEW YORK— “Tonight’s results have made one thing very clear: working class New Yorkers are fed up with a system that benefits the few over the many. We’re proud to be one of the first unions to endorse Zohran for mayor, and we look forward to working with his administration to ensure New York City becomes an affordable place for all who live here— especially those who make this city run. On behalf of our active and retired members, I congratulate Mayor-elect Mamdani on this incredible victory.” -Henry Garrido, Executive Director of District Council 37
District Council 37 is New York City's largest public employee union, with 150,000 members and 89,000 retirees.