Ground Zero Mayor: First Act of Muslim Zohran Mamdani is to Scrap Definition of Antisemitism and Lift Restrictions on Boycotting Israel
Pastor Mark Biltz and former Mayor of Shiloh, Israel David Rubin are sounding the alarm following the inauguration of Zohran Mamdani, a moment they argue carries profound historical, moral, and security implications for New York City.
At issue is Mamdani’s immediate move to lift restrictions on boycotting Israel and his rejection of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism—a standard adopted by governments and institutions worldwide to distinguish legitimate criticism of Israel from antisemitic conduct. Biltz and Rubin argue that dismantling these guardrails signals not neutrality, but ideological alignment with movements hostile to Israel and dismissive of Jewish historical trauma.
Rubin, who governed the Israeli city of Shiloh during years of sustained terrorism, warns that New York residents should take these developments seriously. He draws a stark historical parallel: New York City was the primary target of the September 11, 2001, attacks carried out by Islamist extremists tied to the Muslim Brotherhood’s ideological ecosystem. That history, Rubin argues, makes today’s political signals especially alarming.
The concern is not isolated. In 2012, questions were raised nationally about the proximity of then–Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s aide Huma Abedin to Muslim Brotherhood–linked networks through family associations—controversies that intensified during Anthony Weiner’s mayoral campaign before it collapsed for unrelated reasons. Rubin and Biltz argue that New York has repeatedly flirted with political blindness to ideological extremism, often learning too late the cost of complacency.
Now, they say, the stakes are higher. Mamdani has publicly expressed solidarity with figures tied to Islamist causes, including individuals later identified as unindicted co-conspirators in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Combined with his embrace of socialist economic policies and anti-Israel activism, Biltz argues this reflects a worldview deeply at odds with Western democratic values and Jewish security.
Rubin’s warning is blunt: New York was once Ground Zero for jihadist terror. Today, he says, it risks becoming Ground Zero for ideological normalization of forces that celebrate America’s enemies while eroding protections for Jewish communities.
Biltz and Rubin are available to discuss why these developments matter far beyond Israel policy—and why history suggests ignoring ideological warning signs in New York carries consequences the city cannot afford to repeat.
Relevant articles:
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani signs housing executive orders on first day | Fox News
Israel accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of fueling antisemitism after day one actions | Fox News
Book an interview with one of our two Middle Eastern experts today, David Rubin, former Mayor of Shiloh Israel and Pasto Mark Biltz of El Shaddai Ministries.
OPTIONAL Q&A:
- How significant is it that New York’s new mayor moved immediately to lift restrictions on boycotts of Israel?
- What message does rejecting the IHRA definition of antisemitism send to Jewish communities in New York and worldwide?
- Why should New Yorkers view these policy shifts through the historical lens of 9/11 and past Islamist terror attacks on the city?
- What concerns arise when an elected official expresses solidarity with figures linked to extremist movements or past terror cases?
- From your experience of governing under constant security threats, what warning signs do you recognize in today’s political climate?
- How do socialist governance models intersect with Islamist political movements in ways that concern you?
- Why do you believe political complacency toward ideological extremism has repeatedly endangered Western cities?
- What should New York residents be asking now to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past?
ABOUT PASTOR MARK BILTZ…
Pastor Mark Biltz is the founder and Senior Pastor of El Shaddai Ministries in Washington State. He is a well-known and popular speaker on the Feasts of the Lord and has authored four best-selling books and videos on the Feasts that have gone global.
Mark Biltz has lectured at congregations and conferences all over the world including twelve countries on 5 continents. He’s been on the cover of several magazines and has been interviewed many times on national radio stations as well as appearing on several different television programs.
Pastor Biltz has a local congregation in Washington State and live-streams their weekly service on their website at www.esm.us as well as on face-book and you-tube to over 200 cities from 20 nations.
You can learn more about Pastor Biltz’s ministry and his book, America at War: 2024 – 2026 by visiting www.esm.us
ABOUT DAVID RUBIN…
David Rubin is the former mayor of Shiloh, Israel, founder of Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund, a charity providing support for child victims of terrorism. Mayor Rubin is an expert on Middle Eastern affairs and is a noted author of many books, including “Trump and The Jews”. David has written extensively on the geopolitical dynamics of the region and is a frequent commentator on popular radio and television news outlets. Rubin’s insights are grounded in his direct experience and deep understanding of the historical and political landscape of the Middle East.
The Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund was established to heal the trauma of children who have been victims of terrorist attacks. We provide therapeutic, educational, and recreational programs to help these children regain a sense of normalcy. For more information or to support our work, please visit [Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund]
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