Undercurrents ELECTION DAY '25: NYC goes socialist & Virginia splits ticket?
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Nov 4, 2025 Joseph Gavargis, the Executive Director of Our Revolution, discusses the progressive momentum behind Zoran Mamdani's New York City mayoral campaign. He highlights the importance of affordability messaging and organizing efforts among youth voters. Adam Piper, Executive Director of the Republican Attorneys General Association, talks about the competitive Virginia attorney general race, mired in scandals that have influenced voter sentiment. Both guests dive into critical themes of character and policy that could shape the future of their respective parties.
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Progressive Movement Built Over A Decade
- Our Revolution views the post-2016 decade as transformational for progressive politics and candidate recruitment.
- Joseph Gavargis says victories like Mamdani's show momentum but won’t instantly displace the Democratic establishment.
Scavenger Hunt Energized Young Voters
- Mamdani held a public scavenger hunt that drew many young New Yorkers to campaign activities.
- Gavargis links such events to energized grassroots GOTV that targeted half a million voters.
Affordability Drove Mamdani’s Support
- Gavargis emphasizes Masmdani’s affordability platform as the key voter motivator in NYC.
- He says economic messaging on rent, childcare, and transit beat personality and energized young voters.