NYC NOW Morning Headlines: Nassau Republicans Say Anti-Mamdani Message Drove Election Wins, City May Rehire Workers Fired Over Vaccine Mandate, and Book Sale at Surrogate’s Courthouse
Nov 6, 2025
In this episode, WNYC reporters Jimmy Veilkine and Amanda Rozon delve into the latest local news. Jimmy discusses how Nassau County Republicans attribute their recent election victories to a strategic anti-Mamdani message. Meanwhile, Amanda shares exciting details about a book sale at the Surrogate’s Courthouse, highlighting unique historical titles available to the public. The discussion also touches on Mayor Adams' plan to reinstate nearly 3,000 former city workers let go over COVID vaccine mandates.
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Suburban GOP Used Mamdani As Campaign Contrast
- Nassau Republicans credited Zaron Mamdani's NYC success for energizing suburban campaigns across the county.
- Party leaders plan to keep using Mamdani as a contrast to mobilize voters in future races.
Prepare To Apply For Reinstatement
- Mayor Adams announced the city will open a reinstatement window for nearly 3,000 workers fired over the COVID vaccine mandate.
- Affected employees should prepare documentation and monitor the city's finalized rules to apply for reinstatement when the window opens.
Fired Teacher Pleads For Right To Return
- Michael Cain, a former special education teacher, said he hopes the city will accommodate returning staffers.
- He urged a right to return to previous buildings, districts, or positions and asked the city to be kind to former employees.
