Zohran Mamdani & the politics of "good" vs. "bad" Muslims
Briefly

Islamophobia remains politically relevant as demonstrated by the treatment of Zohran Mamdani's mayoral candidacy, wherein both Republicans and Democrats resorted to long-standing anti-Muslim tropes. This strategic use of Islamophobia highlights its function as a tool for delegitimization and achieving political objectives within the electoral landscape. The involvement of political figures from both sides underscores the phenomenon's bipartisanship and strategic utility, reflecting its troubled integration into contemporary politics.
Islamophobia manifests in the political landscape through the use of tropes that delegitimize candidates like Zohran Mamdani, illustrating its pervasive influence across party lines.
Both Republicans and Democrats leverage Islamophobic narratives to further their agendas, demonstrating how such sentiments are politically expedient in contemporary political discourse.
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