Ep. 2226 - It’s Bernie’s Party, You Can Cry If You Want To

Jun 26, 2025

The rise of Zohran Mamdani in the Democratic Party signals a shift towards more radical left ideals. The podcast explores the contradictions in political identities, particularly among young socialists in New York. President Trump's military actions in Iran spark debate over effectiveness and relations with NATO. There's a deep dive into socialist critiques, as well as the growing ideological divide leading up to the 2028 elections. Plus, an analysis of troubling legal controversies and their political implications adds another layer to the discussion.

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Bernie Sanders' Party Takeover

Zoran Mamdani's victory shows Bernie Sanders' full takeover of the Democratic Party.
Mamdani's radical socialist, anti-Semitic, and elitist profile embodies today's leftist revolutionary nihilism.

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Mamdani's Support Base Revealed

Mamdani’s real support base is upper-class, college-educated white liberals.
The demographics show his strength lies less in minority neighborhoods and more in affluent, white and ethnically diverse support.

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Radical Policies Hurt Affordability

Mamdani and Sanders promote destructive economic policies like rent freezes and government-run stores.
Their true aim is revolutionary chaos, not practical solutions to affordability.

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With Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, big name Democrats fall into line; President Trump excoriates leakers and liars who try to undermine his gigantic Iran win; and Trump does NATO.

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