Zohran Mamdani: “Right now, only 3% of businesses are using these programs.”

“… pair small businesses with a city case manager that helps them navigate permits and regulations, as well as connecting them with programs that provide them with financial and legal assistance. Right now, only 3% of businesses are using these programs. We want that number to skyrocket. The only thing more in New York than an egg and cheese are the small businesses that make them.” (01:22–01:27)

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