Part Of The Problem Mamdani's Historic Win
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Nov 6, 2025 Dive into the political landscape as Dave and Robbie unpack Zoran Mamdani's historic mayoral win in NYC and its implications for future elections. They explore why Democrats excelled in recent races and the consequences for the GOP amid rising socialism in urban areas. Economic issues like inflation take center stage in voter concerns, while right-wing divisions and Trump's governance style are assessed. What does an America First coalition really mean for the future of politics? Tune in for insights and lively debates!
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Historic Shift In Urban Politics
- Zoran Mamdani's NYC mayoral win signals shifting political dynamics and rising openness to socialist candidates.
- Dave Smith warns this reflects broad failures of conservative and libertarian messaging over decades.
Democrats Rebounded In Off-Year Races
- The Democratic Party rebounded quickly from its 2024 collapse and had a strong night in off-year races.
- Smith and Bernstein see this as evidence Democrats solved short-term political problems despite prior low approval.
Unaffordability Drove Voter Choices
- Each winning campaign centered on unaffordability and economic pain rather than cultural issues.
- The hosts argue persistent high prices remain the dominant voter concern.