Call Me Back - with Dan Senor Mamdani's Rise and Its Consequences - with Reihan Salam
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Nov 3, 2025 
Reihan Salam, President of the Manhattan Institute and former executive editor of National Review, dives into the surprising rise of Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayoral race. He analyzes how demographic shifts and the Gaza war galvanized support for Mamdani, linking younger voters' economic struggles to his anti-establishment message. Salam explores the implications of Mamdani's democratic socialist platform, the challenges of governing, and warns of rising antisemitism among young voters. It's a fascinating look at evolving political dynamics in a major city.
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Power Vacuum Opened Path For Mamdani
- New York's primary collapsed into open lanes when traditional power brokers like Eric Adams and Tish James stepped back.
- That vacuum let a disciplined, organized DSA-backed campaign seize a clear path to victory.
Demographic Shift Reshaped The Electorate
- The NYC electorate now includes many college-educated transplants who vote differently than older white ethnics.
- That demographic shift amplified DSA-style organizers and made Mamdani's base more potent.
DSA Became A Highly Effective Organizer
- The DSA transformed from a moribund intellectual group into a door-knocking organizer with youthful energy.
- That organizational discipline powered Mamdani's ground game despite small membership size.
