Zohran Mamdani will continue 'standing up' for transgender people as New York City mayor
Zohran Mamdani dominated the LGBTQ+ vote in NYC, with 82 percent of the community casting their ballots for him.
November 5, 2025
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What Zohran Mamdani's mayoral primary win means for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers
Zohran Mamdani's victory over Andrew Cuomo has been considered a "stunning political upset."
June 26, 2025
New York City mayor announces strong support for marriage equality
In his weekly
radio address Sunday, New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg
(pictured) said he supports marriage equality and urged
New York's highest court to rule in favor of five gay
couples seeking the right to marry.
May 27, 2006
Andrew Cuomo concedes to Zohran Mamdani in New York City mayoral primary
The 33-year-old Democratic socialist thwarted the comeback attempt by the former governor, at least for now.
June 24, 2025
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.
March 7, 2016
Here is New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's LGBTQ+ rights record
The newly elected mayor has been a longtime supporter of the LGBTQ+ community.
November 4, 2025
Zohran Mamdani, LGBTQ+ ally, wins New York City mayoral election and makes history
Mamdani, a self-described Democratic socialist and queer ally, will be New York City's next mayor.
November 4, 2025
Ed Koch’s Loneliness and His Ineffectual Leadership on HIV
The New York Times reveals only some of the former New York City mayor's secrets.
May 10, 2022
Interview: Christine Quinn on Having a Seat at the Table
The out candidate for New York City mayor makes a case for LGBT votes.
September 9, 2013
Zohran Mamdani walks back allegations of 'anti-queer' NYPD in public apology on Fox News
The Democratic nominee for New York City mayor no longer wants to defund the police.
October 16, 2025
Performer David Ilku Channels Alter Ego for His Latest Romp
The latest David Ilku character sends a serious message to the next mayor of New York City.
October 7, 2013
Bloomberg Directs Half a Million Dollars to Marriage Initiatives
The New York City mayor invested $500,000 in the marriage-related campaigns in Maine, Minnesota, and Washington.
October 23, 2012
Liz Warren Is Star of Debate With Searing Bloomberg Takedown
Democrats confronted the former New York City mayor about sexism, race, money, and more.
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February 20, 2020
Michael Bloomberg Says He May Run for President
The billionaire former mayor of New York City is now openly discussing his potential aspirations for 2016.
February 8, 2016
Ed Koch Against Pussy Riot
The former mayor of New York City says Putin was right to have punk band Pussy Riot arrested and prosecuted.
August 21, 2012
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?Â
May 16, 2019
Michael Bloomberg's Only Just Begun
New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg's three terms will match those of La Guardia and Koch -- but what of his legacy?
September 10, 2013
NYC Asks Supreme Court to Hear DOMA Challenge
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and City Council Speaker Christine Quinn said that DOMA "fatally undermines the city's substantial efforts" to protect same-sex couples from discrimination.
July 26, 2012
Bloomberg Publicly Called Trans People 'It' Less Than a Year Ago
The former New York City mayor and current presidential candidate also referred to trans women as "some guy in a dress."
February 18, 2020
Christine Quinn Receives Antigay Death Threats
The out New York City Council speaker and mayoral hopeful has received several antigay death threats, according to her wife.
August 19, 2013
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.
September 11, 2013