Leila Fadel

Because when we spoke, when you were the presumptive nominee, there were still many Democratic leaders who would not endorse you and had severe criticisms for you and at times said things directly about your faith.

Are there ever any times where you smile a lot, and even when people are maybe insulting you, you still smile?

Are there ever any times where you're like, I'm done being nice about this?

You are a leading voice in your party.

You're the mayor of New York, but you are also a national figure.

Are you included in these conversations about the future of the party and what Americans writ large want from this party?

Is your party ready for the midterms in the sense that there was...

A message from American voters in the presidential election that they did not want what the Democrats were promising or saying.

Is that going to be different, do you think?

Okay.

I can't let you go without asking.

You went from a one-bedroom in Queens to

to a literal mansion, what are you doing with all the space?

What's it like?

Is there anything you really miss about your old life?

Mary Mom Donnie, thank you for taking the time.

We appreciate it.

Thank you.

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