Brian Lehrer: Now, the second [word] with Hizzoner Zohran Mamdani, including to reflect a little as a sports fan on why these things can mean so much. Mr. Mayor thanks for a few minutes this morning, as I know you're among those not getting much sleep on Saturday night. Welcome back to WNYC. Mayor Zohran.
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