Mamdani rejects voter ID, but his grocery stores may ask shoppers for proof

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his fellow Democratic Socialists of America have long opposed voter ID requirements, but his administration may have a surprise waiting for shoppers at his government-run grocery stores.

During a press conference last week, Mamdani announced that the city’s five government-owned grocery stores would offer “a collection of essential staples” at prices “30% cheaper” than typical retail rates.

‘We are looking to make sure that we target New Yorkers, whether it be at sort of a library card-esque thing …’

When a reporter pressed Mamdani on how the city would stop opportunists from buying up the taxpayer-subsidized groceries in bulk and flipping them for a profit, a top administration official suggested requiring shoppers to prove they are “everyday New Yorkers.”

“Our RFP makes