We're Not Wrong About Mamdani's NYC and Dick Cheney
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Nov 6, 2025 A seismic political shift occurs in New York City with Zohran Mamdani's election, offering new hope through his progressive platform. Hosts dive into the meaning behind his victory and the challenges he faces. The conversation takes a turn as Dick Cheney's passing prompts reflections on his controversial legacy in American foreign policy and the post-9/11 landscape. They analyze Cheney's influence on key political decisions, his role in the Iraq War, and how different political factions will remember him.
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Practical Populism Wins In NYC
- Zoran Mamdani's win signals a renewed comfort with socialist labels among younger voters.
- His campaign framed practical affordability fixes rather than abstract ideology to win broad support.
Limits Of Mayoral Power
- Mamdani's label matters nationally because younger voters no longer recoil from 'socialist' branding.
- The mayor's limited unilateral power will constrain many headline promises.
Longform Interviews Revealed Details
- Jen Briney cites Mamdani's long, detailed podcast interviews as evidence he thinks through policy.
- He discussed rent stabilization, zoning changes, enforcement, and cutting consultant spending in depth.