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At CNN, notable figures like Van Jones and Scott Jennings have expressed concern over Mayor-elect Zoran Momdani's sudden shift in tone following his victory. Van Jones, generally regarded as a left-leaning commentator, was visibly alarmed by Momdani’s aggressive victory speech, which he felt was not in line with the more moderate, warm persona he admired during the campaign. Jones lamented that the mayor appeared sharp, almost yelling, and seemed to abandon a more unifying approach. His critique suggests unease that progressive politics might be taking a more confrontational turn after the electoral victory, potentially alienating moderate supporters and raising questions about the city’s political direction.