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At the Modern Orthodox schools' "prayer vigil" outside of Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence in New York, Sept. 18, 2026. In the days leading up to the event, nearly 400 alumni, students and parents of the schools signed onto a petition opposing the gathering. Credit: Gili Getz

At the Modern Orthodox schools' "prayer vigil" outside of Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence in New York, Sept. 18, 2026. In the days leading up to the event, nearly 400 alumni, students and parents of the schools signed onto a petition opposing the gathering. Credit: Gili Getz

Speakers outside Gracie Mansion had sharp words for Mamdani, but behind the scenes some in the school community voiced concerns about raising tensions with the mayor

Roughly 250 Jewish students and leaders gathered Friday morning outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence in a demonstration of Jewish and Zionist pride – and a call for greater attention to Jewish safety.