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In New York City, edited photos showing the Statue of Liberty wearing a burqa have caused strong reactions among MAGA supporters. These images appeared after Zohran Mamdani won the NYC mayoral primary. If he wins the election, Mamdani, 33, will become the city’s first Muslim mayor.
His victory sparked many online posts filled with Islamophobia and hateful comments, with some even referring to 9/11. A significant part of the backlash connects to Mamdani’s outspoken criticism of Donald Trump and Israel, as well as his support for Palestinians.
The Statue of Liberty, standing in New York Harbor, is a well-known symbol of freedom, democracy, and hope. The statue was a gift from France, presented to the United States in 1886. Interestingly, the statue was originally designed to represent a Muslim woman described as an “Egyptian peasant.” Its metal frame was engineered by Gustave Eiffel, famous for the Eiffel Tower.
This controversy highlights ongoing tensions and debates about identity and politics in the United States.
- Edited images have ignited a backlash among MAGA supporters.
- Zohran Mamdani’s historic mayoral primary win is central to the controversy.
- Online hate includes Islamophobic remarks and references to 9/11.
- The Statue of Liberty traditionally symbolizes freedom and democracy.
- Its design origins include a portrayal of a Muslim woman.
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