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Zohran Mamdani: “The Algerian team has been based in Kansas.”

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

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Published | Video Starts at 03:26

It means the world to New Yorkers of Cabo Verde descent. And this is what happens in each and every game. I don't know if you've been following, but The Algerian team has been based in Kansas. I think, and they've been welcomed with open arms by the people of this city. (03:26–03:30)

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