Staten Island, the oft-overlooked borough of New York City, is making headlines with a bold move that could reshape the future of American urban politics. Amidst the rise of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani as mayor, Staten Island has declared its intention to secede from the city, a move echoing the revolutionary spirit of 1776. This isn't just talk—it's a calculated, strategic effort to regain governance that aligns with the conservative values deeply embedded in the community.
- Staten Island aims to secede from New York City following the election of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani as mayor.
- The borough's secession movement channels the revolutionary spirit of 1776, seeking independence from perceived socialist governance.
- Successful secession could set a precedent for other conservative areas trapped in progressive-run cities to follow suit.
On November 5th, 2025, New York City elected Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old Democratic Socialist, as mayor according to Breitbart News. Mamdani's platform, which includes rent freezes, free childcare, and significant tax hikes on the wealthy, echoes a full embrace of socialist ideology according to CNN. His election was far from unanimous; he split the left and was rejected by nearly half of New York Democrats. While most of the city braces for change, Staten Island is taking action. Known as a Republican stronghold, it stands as the most conservative borough in New York City, consistently voting Republican across various elections.
Last week, Republican Assemblyman Sam Pirozzolo addressed Staten Islanders at the historic site of the Rose and Crown Tavern in New Dorp, where the Declaration of Independence was first read to British soldiers in 1776 as reported by Newsmax. Staten Island is channeling this revolutionary spirit to break free from Mamdani's regime. This isn't a new endeavor; the borough has flirted with independence since the 1940s. In 1993, a non-binding referendum saw 65% of residents vote for secession, but it was blocked by then-Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver. The movement lost momentum after Mayor Rudy Giuliani addressed key grievances.
State Senator Andrew Lanza, a long-time advocate for secession, argues that Mamdani's Democratic Socialism is fundamentally out of sync with Staten Island's values. Intriguingly, Democrats might not oppose this secession as it would eliminate Republican influence in citywide elections according to WBRZ. In the last election, Mamdani garnered a meager 22% of the Staten Island vote, further highlighting the borough's discontent.
Can Staten Island secede? The case of St. George, Louisiana, offers hope. In 2019, this area successfully seceded from Baton Rouge, becoming Louisiana's fifth-largest city as reported by FOX13 Memphis. This victory came despite resistance from city officials, with the Louisiana Supreme Court ultimately siding with the secessionists according to The Conversation. Other areas like Memphis, Tennessee, have also seen successful scaled secessions as noted in Wikipedia. Staten Island's approach involves legislation rather than a referendum, requiring only state legislative approval. They are already studying the economic impact of independence.
If successful, Staten Island would become New York State's second-largest city, larger than cities like Miami and Cleveland. It would establish its own police, fire, and education systems, potentially offering budget relief as it currently subsidizes the rest of New York City. Grassroots support is robust, with rallies and petitions gaining traction. The process involves a feasibility study, a non-binding referendum, and state legislative approval, with Governor Hochul's endorsement being crucial.
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President Trump has hinted at cutting federal funding to New York City under Mamdani's leadership, a move that could favor Staten Island's secession efforts. Should they succeed, it would pave the way for other conservative enclaves in progressive cities to follow. The balance of power in urban America could shift significantly. Staten Island's message is resolute: they refuse to subsidize socialism, they refuse to be silenced, and they are ready to emerge as America's next great city. The forgotten borough is forgotten no more. The counter-Marxist revolution, the patriot uprising, has officially begun.
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