Obama congratulates Democrats on election wins as Sanders hails Mamdani’s ‘historic upset’
Former US President Barack Obama has congratulated Democratic candidates on their victories in Tuesday’s elections
WASHINGTON (MNTV) — Former US President Barack Obama has congratulated Democratic candidates on their victories in Tuesday’s elections, calling the results a reminder of the power of unity and progressive leadership — though he stopped short of commenting directly on Zohran Mamdani’s historic win in New York City.
“Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates who won tonight,” Obama wrote on X. “It’s a reminder that when we come together around strong, forward-looking leaders who care about the issues that matter, we can win.”
He added that “there’s still plenty of work to do,” but said “the future looks a little bit brighter.”
Obama, who previously described Mamdani’s campaign as “impressive” but declined to endorse him, has not yet commented on the 34-year-old’s victory.
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, one of the earliest and most vocal supporters of Mamdani, celebrated what he called “one of the great political upsets in modern American history.”
“Starting at 1% in the polls, Zohran Mamdani pulled off one of the great political upsets in modern American history,” Sanders said on X. “Yes. We can create a government that represents working people and not the 1%. I look forward to working with Zohran as he builds a city that works for all.”
Former New York Mayor Eric Adams, who endorsed Mamdani’s opponent Andrew Cuomo, also congratulated the mayor-elect while acknowledging the anxieties of those who opposed his campaign.
“As our democracy, we will move together to ensure this city hears every voice,” Adams said in a video message posted on X. “As your former mayor and as a former member of the New York City Police Department, I promise to remain committed to your safety and your acceptance in the city we all love.”
Mamdani, who will become New York City’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor, won with more than half the vote in a three-way contest that drew record turnout across the five boroughs.
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