Call Me Back - with Dan Senor Inside Call me Back SNEAK PEEK: Between Mamdani and Tucker, Are Jews Getting Squeezed? - with Jonah Goldberg
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Nov 8, 2025 
Jonah Goldberg, a conservative commentator and co-founder of The Dispatch, dives into the challenges facing Jewish communities in light of political shifts. He discusses the implications of Zoran Mamdani's election for New York Jews and contrasts his anti-Zionism with traditional political values. The conversation touches on the threat to liberalism, the rise of conspiratorial right-wing figures like Tucker Carlson, and the complexities within the GOP, exploring how these dynamics may impact Jewish communities. Goldberg highlights historical lessons on antisemitism within conservatism.
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Illiberalism Blurs Left-Right Differences
- Jonah Goldberg argues that once a movement abandons classical liberal principles, the far left and far right converge in methods and goals.
- Illiberalism on both sides favors speech codes, identity politics, and using government to punish enemies.
Personal Roots Shape Perspective
- Jonah recounts his long conservative pedigree and New York upbringing to frame his reaction to Mamdani's victory.
- He uses personal connections to show why Mamdani's rhetoric worries him culturally for New York Jews.
Real Concern, But Political Limits Exist
- Goldberg says Mamdani's anti-Zionist rhetoric is troubling and legitimately worries New York Jews.
- He also cautions against exaggerated fears that the mayoralty will instantly produce pogroms or total control.
