Chapo Trap House BONUS: Z for Zohran
Feb 6, 2025
Will chats with Zohran Mamdani, a progressive New York State Assemblyman and mayoral candidate. They bond over their New York roots while Zohran shares his ambitious plans for improving housing, transit, and public safety in the city. The conversation dives into the importance of grassroots campaigning and articulating a moral vision to combat historical political failures. They discuss the intertwined issues of homelessness and mental health, advocating for comprehensive outreach and innovative solutions to enhance community welfare.
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A Mayoral Candidate Kisses the Ring
- Will, known as "Mr. NYC," introduces Zohran Mamdani.
- Mamdani is a New York State Assemblyman and mayoral candidate.
An Introduction to Marx
- Zohran's father's introduction to Karl Marx involved a misunderstanding with the FBI.
- After being questioned about Marx, Zohran's father sought out his works.
An Unlikely Source
- Former U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema cited Zohran's father over 30 times in her book.
- The book she wrote was about the Rwandan genocide.