Is progressive politics back? Zohran Mamdani wants free public transport and childcare — and he could soon be the mayor of New York City.
The young Muslim electrifying New York
Big ideas: Zohran Mamdani told voters that billionaires should not exist. Meanwhile, Trump has threatened to cut off the city's funds if he "doesn't behave". Glossary
Democratic Party - The left-leaning US political party.
New York City - A city in the US. It is the biggest city in New York state.
Muslim - A follower of the religion of Islam. There are 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide.
Left-wing - A range of beliefs that are the opposite of right-wing ideas. People on the political left usually believe in collective responsibility and the good of society. They often, though not always, support higher taxes and a more active, interventionist government.
Rent freeze - When the amount tenants are charged to live in properties owned by others does not increase each year.
Minimum wage - The lowest pay a worker can be given per hour by law.
Politicians - Someone whose job it is to be involved in running a country. Politicians try to persuade people they have the best ideas to run the country.
Right-wing - Sometimes referred to as 'conservative', this is a range of political beliefs that emphasise the value of tradition, individual freedom and responsibility, low taxes and a hands-off approach to government.