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Here's what Zohran Mamdani's win in NYC really means for Democrats, and it's not swinging wildly to the left

Opinion: Mamdami looked to the future and brought boldness and a sense of urgency to the race, which is what the rest of the party needs to do, writes John Casey.

Bill de Blasio Is Running for President — Will His LGBTQ Record Help?

The New York City mayor announced his bid for the presidency with "anemic" favorability numbers as mayor. But could his progressive values help on the national stage? 

St. Patrick's Day Parade Ends Ban of LGBT Marchers

It's a 'beautiful day,' declared Mayor Bill de Blasio at New York's Irish consulate.

'Deafening' Explosion Goes Off in NYC's Chelsea

A dumpster exploded in the east end of the gay-centric neighborhood and authorities aren't sure what set it off. Mayor Bill de Blasio says it appears to be "an intentional act."

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WATCH: Stewart's Look at Jenner's New Look

The Daily Show host advises Caitlyn Jenner she has 'two years before you become invisible to society. Better make the most of it.'

Quinn Top Moneymaker in NYC Mayoral Race

She raised nearly double the amount of her nearest challenger.

Attack on NYC Trans Woman Sparks Outrage From Mayor, Governor

One of the two people who attacked Serena Daniari is in custody while the other remains at large. 

After years of exclusion, Staten Island will host LGBTQ-friendly St. Patrick's Day parade

The New York City government is responding to years of LGBTQ+ exclusion by hosting a new, second parade, which will welcome queer groups in Staten Island for the first time.

Interview: Mayoral Candidate de Blasio on NYC's Hate Crimes

Here TV's Jim Morrison hits Bill de Blasio with questions on LGBT youth homelessness and rising antigay hate crimes in the city.

Lesbian Past of Candidate's Wife Rocks Mayor's Race

The New York Post sparked outrage with a cartoon following revelations about the wife of Democratic mayoral hopeful Bill de Blasio.

NYC Mayor Boycotts Antigay St. Patrick's Day Parade

Mayor Bill de Blasio once again refuses to march in the world's largest St. Patty's Day parade due to its discriminatory ban on LGBT marchers.

New York City Offers Gender-Neutral Birth Certificate Option

Also, New Yorkers will no longer have to get a health care provider's OK to change a gender marker.

Watch Andy Cohen Drunkenly Scream at Mark Zuckerberg on Live TV

It came amid a night of viral clips.

Christine Quinn Concedes NYC Mayoral Race

The New York City Council speaker and protege of outgoing mayor Michael Bloomberg came in third in the Democratic primary Tuesday night.

Bill de Blasio Urges Boycott of Chick-fil-A

The NYC mayor will not be endorsing the fast-food chain, due to the owner's past anti-LGBT remarks.

Bill De Blasio Defends Racial Joke with Hillary Clinton

Watch the moment that had people in the New York audience audibly upset.

Watch Andy Cohen Drunkenly Rip Into Bill de Blasio on NYE Broadcast

Anderson Cooper unsuccessfully attempted to stop him.

NY Mayor's Order Assures Restroom Access in City Buildings

Mayor Bill de Blasio's order assures that transgender and gender-nonconforming people will be able to use the facilities matching their gender identity.

Are We Beyond Sexual Labels? NYC First Lady Says Yes

Chirlane McCray, who once identified as lesbian, is now married to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio. Are questions about her sexuality "ridiculous"?     

Interview: Christine Quinn on Having a Seat at the Table

The out candidate for New York City mayor makes a case for LGBT votes.

NYC Halts Solitary Confinement After Trans Inmate Layleen Polanco Dies

The city will also discipline officers who failed to check on Polanco, who died of a seizure while in custody last year.