New York Readers Criticize Hochul's Support for Mayor Mamdani Amidst Netanyahu Controversy

New York residents have voiced significant criticism of Governor Kathy Hochul's stance on Mayor Zohran Mamdani's actions and statements, particularly in the context of comments made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Multiple letters to the editor in the New York Post express concern that Hochul is prioritizing political ambition over the needs of New York residents by aligning herself with Mamdani.

One letter from Jim Soviero of E. Setauket criticizes Hochul's "leftward-shifting positions" and suggests she is "playing big sister to Hizzoner." Soviero argues that Hochul's reelection pursuit involves "slinking closer to Mayor Mamdani," which he believes indicates that New Yorkers only "come first" after her personal needs are met.

Another reader, Joseph Margolin of Valley Stream, urges voters to consider Hochul's remarks about Prime Minister Netanyahu. According to Margolin, Hochul accused Netanyahu of lying in a radio interview, specifically disputing his claim that "Jews no longer feel safe in New York." Hochul also reportedly asserted that Mamdani has not incited riots against Jewish people, a point Margolin views as a dismissal of Netanyahu's criticism of the mayor's focus on Israel.

Susan Green of Manhattan characterized the governor and mayor as a "non-winning combination." Green described Mamdani as a "town crier of hate" and suggested he be sent to Gaza. She also stated that Hochul is "only a few steps away from wearing a burka in her groveling to this boy mayor."

Robert Neglia of The Bronx contended that Hochul "continues to support Mamdani even when he’s wrong." Neglia believes that while Mamdani may not have explicitly stated support for Hamas, his "praising and entertaining of those who have says otherwise." Neglia also stated that Mamdani's "spreading lies of genocide and making threats to Netanyahu is inciting people to act."

Jack Weinberg of Manhattan called Hochul a "vacuous dullard" and a "liar for supporting Mamdani’s lies about Israel and its prime minister," urging readers to remember her "prevarications" when voting in November.

Separately, readers also commented on an editorial concerning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in U.S. medical schools. Raja Flores of Manhattan questioned the admission statistics for U.S. medical schools, noting that in 2025-26, women constituted a larger percentage of applicants than matriculants, while men saw an increase in matriculation rates. Flores called for consistent scrutiny of admission processes.

Richard Klitzberg of Princeton criticized what he termed the "DEI war on excellence" in professional programs, questioning the desirability of a surgeon based on race over academic and practical training. He suggested that those unaware of these "deceitful methods" would suffer the consequences.