Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 9/9/25: Zohran Dominates Every Issue In NYC, Israel Strikes Qatar, GenZ Gender Divide
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Sep 9, 2025 
Journalist Dave Weigel discusses how Zohran is shaking up NYC politics, providing insights into voter sentiment and shifts in public perception. Investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill reveals the complexities of Israel's actions in Qatar, shedding light on the ongoing Gaza conflict and the regional power dynamics at play. They also explore the generational gender divide among Gen Z, focusing on their evolving definitions of success and the implications for the future of politics.
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Zohran's Broad-Domain Lead
- Zohran Khan leads New York primary across almost every tested issue, including affordability and housing.
- His personal popularity is uniquely positive while other candidates are underwater, per Dave Weigel.
Israel Issue Backfired On Opponents
- Younger New Yorkers shifted views on Israel after two years of image damage, creating an intensity gap opponents misread.
- Zoran captures younger, skeptical Jewish and pro-BDS-leaning voters, weakening Cuomo's expected bloc.
Abundance Conference Reaction To Zoran
- At the Abundance conference, attendees and donors emphasized housing and affordability as the core political message.
- Zoran's campaign slogan and populist pitch appeared on slides as an effective model compared to the movement's weaker branding.