Mamdani is sweating New York’s small stuff. It’s part of a much bigger political bet.0

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• August 18, 2026

Navigating New York City’s economy can feel like a gauntlet of minor indignities. Selling ice cream, for some reason, requires two different permits. Want to quit your gym? You may have to send a certified letter by mail. Oh, and before you haul your belongings to that storage unit, you’d better read the fine print