By now it should be obvious to all people of good will that Italian-Americans have zero tolerance for hate. So why does the Democratic candidate for mayor hate us and our heritage? For those who are late to this most recent outrage, candidate Zohran Mamdani is prominently and publicly expressing his hatred in a most...

Angelo Vivolo's appearance on the Joe Piscopo Show in July.

Angelo Vivolo: Italian American Community Upset Over Mamdani's Anti-Italian Comments

In this great country, the First Amendment guarantees the right to free speech. But Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has twisted this right into a platform for hate. Hateful language against any group including antisemitic and anti-Italian American hateful language is unacceptable and must be condemned by all New Yorkers who believe in respect, unity, and...

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