Jonathan Greenblatt faced significant backlash for inaccurately stating that Zohran Mamdani had never visited a synagogue during his campaign. Greenblatt criticized Mamdani for not condemning a controversial slogan linked to the intifada. However, evidence emerged confirming that Mamdani had attended multiple Jewish community events, including Shabbat services and candidate forums. Furthermore, Greenblatt incorrectly asserted Mamdani's lack of outreach to Hasidic voters. Following the outcry, Greenblatt's office clarified his comments referred to post-primary actions, but the backlash remained strong online, highlighting the importance of accountability in public statements.
Greenblatt claimed Mamdani had not visited a synagogue during his campaign, despite evidence showing Mamdani attended Shabbat services and participated in various Jewish community events.
Critics noted that Greenblatt's statements about Mamdani's engagement with Jewish voters were incorrect, highlighting Mamdani's attendance at multiple Jewish forums and town halls.
Greenblatt's comments about Mamdani's refusal to condemn the term "globalize the intifada" were also challenged, as Mamdani has distanced himself from that slogan.
The backlash against Greenblatt's remarks included accusations of misinformation, with observers urging public figures to fact-check statements made during interviews.
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