The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2225 - COMMUNIST WINS NYC! Mamdani STUNS Cuomo In Mayoral Primary
Jun 25, 2025
Zoran Mamdani's surprising rise to frontrunner in New York City's mayoral race shakes up traditional politics, especially among younger voters. The discussion dives into the implications of his progressive platform and the evolving Democratic Party. Meanwhile, the fallout from a recent Israel-Iran ceasefire highlights geopolitical tensions and critiques of media narratives. The conversation also touches on the shifting military support dynamics in Europe regarding Ukraine, revealing a substantial shift in resources and strategy.
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NYC Elects Communist Mamdani
- The 33-year-old Zoran Mamdani, a communist, won the NYC Democratic mayoral primary by energizing young, mostly white, progressive voters.
- His platform includes radical policies like free public services and state-run supermarkets, reflecting a shift to the far left in city politics.
Mamdamani’s Base: White College Voters
- The typical Mamdani voter is a liberal, college-educated white person, representing a luxury belief class detached from the city’s productive constituents.
- Black and Hispanic voters largely opposed Mamdani, favoring Cuomo instead, highlighting racial and class divides in voting patterns.
Democrats Celebrate Radical Shift
- Key Democratic figures like AOC and Kathy Hochul praised Mamdani’s win, signaling the party’s shift towards radical left policies.
- Conservatives encourage productive New Yorkers to relocate to states like Florida rather than bringing socialist policies elsewhere.
