NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a Twitch series
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a Twitch series titled 'Talk to the People' where he will answer questions from the public. The initiative aims to engage directly with New Yorkers, particularly younger generations. The series will also stream on multiple platforms, but questions will only be taken via Twitch chat.
- ▪The series 'Talk to the People' will start at 4PM ET today.
- ▪Mamdani aims to bring City Hall to platforms where New Yorkers are active.
- ▪This is the first recurring cross-platform stream hosted by an elected official.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 8 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 3 centre, 1 right.
- ▪ NYC Mayor Mamdani launches Twitch show to answer New Yorkers' questions — CNBC — Top
- ▪ NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a chat show on Twitch — NBC News — Top
- ▪ Zohran Mamdani announces $50 World Cup tickets for New Yorkers — Washington Examiner
- ▪ NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani takes to Twitch to chat with New Yorkers — TechCrunch
- ▪ New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a Twitch show — Engadget
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