The New York Times Is Wrong on Zohran Mamdani
There is so much off base in yesterday’s New York Times editorial on New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and disgraced former governor Andrew Cuomo. Let us count the ways.
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Zohran Mamdani Is Bringing Bernie’s “Nevada Moment” Home
In 2020, Bernie Sanders decisively won the Nevada primary, in part because many younger immigrant voters persuaded parents and grandparents to vote for him. Zohran Mamdani’s victory, powered by similar dynamics, marks the second phase of this moment.
Zohran Mamdani Has a Choice on Free-Speech Restriction
The New York City Council has passed two bills that would restrict the freedom to protest across the city. Mayor Zohran Mamdani must now decide if he can stop at least one.
Zohran Mamdani’s Budget Is a Step in the Right Direction
Up against a governor who vowed not to tax the rich, Zohran Mamdani delivered a New York City budget that isn’t transformative but protects public goods and makes progress on his affordability agenda.
Zohran Mamdani Has Won Over Key Segments of Organized Labor
In an era when unions routinely endorse candidates beholden to the bosses, Zohran Mamdani’s inroads with organized labor are a significant step forward.
Zohran Mamdani and the Left Made Kathy Hochul Tax the Rich
In New York City, a tax on superexpensive second homes is a victory for Zohran Mamdani and the socialist movement and should mark the beginning of a larger project of redistribution.
Zohran Mamdani’s Win Shows the Promise of Economic Populism
Discontent with the status quo and the political establishment culminated in a perfect storm in New York City when Zohran Mamdani beat billionaire-backed Andrew Cuomo to become mayor. The win shows how Democrats might beat Trumpism.
Zohran Mamdani vs. New York Landlords
The real estate industry is pouring millions into Andrew Cuomo’s mayoral campaign in an effort to stop the robust pro-tenant candidacy of Zohran Mamdani.
Zohran Mamdani Can Reduce New York’s Dependence on the Rich
Time and again, New York City’s dependence on the rich and private corporations has led it into fiscal crisis. As mayor, Zohran Mamdani has the opportunity to start building an economic base that better serves the needs of the city’s working class.
Zohran Mamdani’s Childcare Plan Is Pro-Family
Anyone who wants to make it easier for Americans to start families should support childcare policies like the ones being proposed by New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
Zohran Mamdani Should Mobilize NYC’s Pension Fund Leverage
While the mayor of New York has relatively limited economic powers, the big sums invested by the city’s public pension funds are a real source of leverage for Zohran Mamdani and other elected officials. They should make plans to use it.
Zohran Mamdani Is Laser-Focused on an Affordable New York
With local and national elites indifferent to working-class struggles over the costs of housing, childcare, groceries, and more, socialist New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is finding success by putting affordability at the heart of his campaign.
Zohran Mamdani Is Right to Condemn West Bank Land Sales
After a rowdy protest outside a real estate event at Park East Synagogue, Mayor Zohran Mamdani was widely criticized for egging on the unrest by condemning the sale of West Bank properties. But the criticisms don’t stand up to scrutiny.
To Emulate Zohran, Rebuild Left Institutions
Zohran Mamdani’s win in New York has inspired the Left far beyond the city. But in Canada, as elsewhere, trying to replicate his style without rebuilding the institutions and political cadre that made it possible is a dead end.
Schumer Democrats Can’t Stop Trump. Mamdani Democrats Might.
A week after Zohran Mamdani’s inspiring win, the Democratic Party’s centrist leadership proved its worthlessness in the Senate. The moderate party establishment is no match for Trumpism. It’s time to give Mamdani’s democratic socialism a chance.
Marxism Is Not Socialism on Steroids
In raising the alarm about New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, Senator Ted Cruz said Mamdani is not just a mere socialist. No, he’s something far more extreme: a Marxist. Cruz is very confused about what the terms Marxism and socialism mean.
Mayor Mamdani’s Year One Begins Now
Mayor Zohran Mamdani takes office in New York City today. The Left now has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build a socialist movement that could stretch across not only the city and the country but the world.
New York City’s Public Transit Is Broken. It Doesn’t Have to Be.
America’s largest public transit system is unreliable and often decrepit. Socialist state legislator Zohran Mamdani says that can change. We spoke to Mamdani about his proposal to fully fund city transit, increase service, freeze fares, and make buses free.
Zohran Needs to Create Popular Assemblies
If Zohran Mamdani is serious about delivering on his promises, he needs more than policies — he needs institutions that empower working people. Popular assemblies offer a way to build a new, bottom-up political culture in New York City.
“We Have an Obligation to Ensure That Justice Is Not Defined by the Borders of Our District”
Zohran Mamdani is one of five new democratic socialists that just joined the New York State Legislature. We spoke to him about housing justice, taxing the rich, and why it’s crucial for elected officials to speak out for Palestinian rights, even at the state and local level.