And while he has focused heavily on the issue of affordability during his campaign, Mamdani was outspoken about his Muslim faith. It is part of the collection at the New York Public Library’s Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. “It’s a small Quran, but it brings together elements of faith and identity in New York City history,” Abid said. Unlike ornate religious manuscripts associated with royalty or elites, the copy of the Quran that Mamdani will use is modest in design. Following the inauguration, the Quran will go on public display at the New York Public Library.

Source: Ethiopian News January 01, 2026 20:43 UTC