It’s really important to remember that these folks can’t vote while incarcerated. Mamdani isn’t there to scheme up extra votes or do a political stunt. It’s just genuine love for people and wanting to be a good person.
Malcom X was right about the white establishment using black figures specifically entertainers , athletes, comedians and certain politicians as puppets to control and pacify Black community
His first response is not to cancel the wish and set Nikki free but to amend the wish so he still gets control over her but she’s just not “weird”. The scene makes it clear he’s the villain.
"Good luck explaining the supernatural in court" If Nikki could realistically get an attorney to crack a One-Wish Willow in court not only would she immediately walk but it would drastically change the fabric of the criminal justice system forever.