New York Democratic stalwarts show support for Israel even as Mamdani skips parade

<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_1200,w_2160/723541' alt='New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signs a statewide law establishing a 50-foot security “buffer zone” around houses of worship in New York City on May 31, 2026. (photo credit: Grace Gilson/JTA)' title='New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signs a statewide law establishing a 50-foot security “buffer zone” around houses of worship in New York City on May 31, 2026. (photo credit: Grace Gilson/JTA)' /><br />The annual pre-parade Met Council breakfast included a demonstration by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul of state power that will better defend Jewish institutions from anti-Israel protests.<br />