For 124 years, the American socialist movement has been defined by defeat. From Eugene Debs’ doomed presidential runs to Michael Harrington’s quiet organizing, it’s been a story of almosts: almost mainstream, almost powerful, almost relevant. Until now. In this episode, we look at how Zohran Mamdani’s likely mayoral victory marks the first real crack in America’s century-long resistance to socialism—and why its impact will reach far beyond New York City.
CREDITS
Executive Producer: Poppy Damon
Associate Producer: Adam Feldman 
Sound Designer and Composer: Tony Peer
Original theme songs by Eli Lake 
 
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