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Zohran Mamdani: “If you're making a million dollars in New York City or more…”

Featuring: Zohran Mamdani, Democratic | Mayor of New York City

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Published October 15, 2025 | Video Starts at 08:43

What's the number? I've said that we should increase personal income taxes. 52% is fair. And my point is this. You've got more than half of your income. That's If you're making a million dollars in New York City or more than that, you can afford to pay 2% more. And the reasons you can afford to do so is because that money will be used to better your quality of life as well. (08:43–08:49)

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Asserts that individuals making a million dollars or more in New York City can afford to pay 2% more in taxes.

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