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City Grocery Plan Sparks Legal Battle | New York City News
NYC Mayor Mamdani’s bold plan to slash grocery prices by 30% across five city-run stores has sparked legal backlash. Critics, including the Multicultural Business Coalition, argue the initiative unfairly targets minority-owned supermarkets and violates civil rights laws. Despite claims of economic justice, opponents say the city ignored existing businesses’ struggles—especially Latino and Asian-owned shops—risking further exclusion. The mayor stands by the program, calling it legal and essential, with the first store set to open in the Bronx next year. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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