Dear Fellow Boro Parkers,

Like many of you, I watched the election results with concern. The victories of candidates aligned with Zohran Mamdani have left many people uneasy about the future direction of New York and what it may mean for our communities.

Those concerns are understandable. We care deeply about our families, our neighborhoods, our yeshivos, our shuls, and the values that are important to us. When we see political developments that seem at odds with those values, it is natural to feel worried.

While everyone is entitled to their political views, I think there is one important point that we, as Yidden, must never forget: Hashem has not lost control of His world.

Throughout history, Klal Yisroel has lived under kings, presidents, governors, and leaders of every type imaginable. Governments have changed, political movements have risen and fallen, and the headlines have constantly shifted. Yet through it all, the Ribbono Shel Olam remained in charge.

That does not mean we should ignore elections or fail to participate in the democratic process. We should vote, advocate for our communities, and do our hishtadlus. But when the votes are counted, our trust must remain where it always belonged - not in politicians, parties, or polls, but in Hashem.

The pasuk tells us, "Lev melachim v'sarim b'yad Hashem" - the hearts of rulers and leaders are in the hands of Hashem. What appears alarming today may ultimately turn out very differently than anyone expects. We simply do not see the full picture.

So if you are feeling anxious or discouraged by the results, take a step back from the endless commentary and remember that the same Hashem who guided Klal Yisroel yesterday is guiding us today and will continue guiding us tomorrow.

Governments change. Elections come and go. Hashem remains.

A Reader