Zohran Mamdani: The Activist and Academic
Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a Bowdoin alumnus, is now the Democratic mayoral nominee for New York City.
Mamdani was born in Kampala, Uganda, to filmmaker Mira Nair and academic Mahmood Mamdani, both known for their activism.
His father's work focuses on settler-colonial framework, as seen in his book Neither Settler Nor Native.
His mother declined an invitation to the Haifa International Film Festival in 2013, citing apartheid and occupation of the West Bank and Gaza.
Mamdani's parents have been a significant influence on his life, with their strong convictions and activism.
Author's summary: Zohran Mamdani, a Bowdoin alumnus, is a rising figure in politics.