Firewall with Bradley Tusk The Mayor's Endgame
Sep 30, 2025
Eric Adams' withdrawal from the New York City mayoral race opens a discussion on the long-term groundwork laid by progressives for candidates like Zohran Mamdani. The hosts explore the political implications of Trump's TikTok deal and assess how the government shutdown could reshape voter perspectives. They also delve into why business and real-estate leaders have struggled to gain political influence, while offering a fun twist with a game about recognizing new territories. Insights into media picks and personal anecdotes add a light-hearted flair.
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Ryder Cup Overcrowding Disaster
- Bradley and Hugo attended the Ryder Cup but saw almost nothing due to overcrowding and heat.
- They left early after walking 19,000 steps and finding the experience unpleasant and poorly managed.
Last-Minute Exits Rarely Shift Elections
- Eric Adams dropping out likely won't change the mayoral outcome because ballot names and voter preferences are entrenched.
- Bradley argues last-minute donor panic can't replace decades of grassroots organizing that built Zohran Mamdani's coalition.
Invest Early In Political Infrastructure
- Build political influence by investing long-term: recruit, train, fund, and support candidates well before elections.
- Business and real-estate groups should create grassroots and policy operations rather than panic-funding late negative ads.
