Some More News Even More News: Prop 50, Zohran Mamdani, and Other Big Election Races
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Oct 29, 2025 The hosts dive into California's controversial redistricting initiative, sparking a lively debate over its ethics. They shine a spotlight on the rise of Zohran Mamdani, whose progressive appeal is overshadowed by misleading attacks against him. J.D. Vance's pattern of dishonest tweeting is critiqued, and they debunk claims regarding Mamdani's story. The discussion extends to Maine's new voting measures and wraps up with an analysis of Trump's cognitive assessment, prompting concerns about his health and future political ambitions.
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California's Prop 50 Tradeoff
- California's Prop 50 proposes replacing independent maps with a partisan map to counteract Texas's mid-decade redistricting.
- Hosts view it as necessary but worry it sets a dangerous precedent and could be used cynically later.
Gerrymandering Consequences In California
- Prop 50 would make several Republican-held districts unwinnable and shift GOP voters into a single district.
- Hosts call the result depressing and cynical but see it as a tactical necessity to preserve representation.
Why Mamdani Resonates
- Zoran Mamdani draws massive crowds by openly proposing policies like taxing the wealthy and expanding services.
- Hosts say his charisma and plain-speaking approach are central to his appeal.