If this research is accepted, the implication is fascinating: Mamdani wouldn’t be the 111th mayor as widely reported—he’d be the 112th. The mistake apparently began in an 1841 municipal manual and has been repeated in official documents ever since.City officials acknowledge the claim but confirm Mamdani’s inauguration will proceed as scheduled. The difference is mainly historical, though it may require corrections in official records, press materials, and future references to the city’s leadership lineage.
Regardless of the numbering, Mamdani’s swearing-in is historic—a milestone for New York, a statement about youth and diversity in leadership, and a sign of progressive momentum in American politics.
What do you think about this historical twist? Should the mayoral count be corrected, or does it just add flavor to NYC’s rich history? Share your thoughts below!