Boundless Insights - with Aviva Klompas What the F! NYC – with Michael Rapaport
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Nov 5, 2025 
Michael Rapaport, an actor and comedian known for being a vocal advocate against anti-Semitism, joins Aviva to dissect the implications of Zoran Mamdani's recent election as New York mayor. They delve into the cultural shifts in New York politics, exploring how generational discontent has reshaped voter behavior. Michael shares his journey to activism and critiques the silence from celebrities amid rising anti-Jewish sentiment. The conversation culminates in a message of resilience and pride within the Jewish community, emphasizing the importance of collective action in uncertain times.
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Election Signals Deep Local Shift
- Zoran Mamdani's platform and past anti-Israel positions made his win especially alarming for New York's Jewish community.
- Michael Rapaport frames the result as a fear-inducing moment but urges perspective, noting Jews have endured worse.
Rapaport's Election-Day Reaction
- Michael Rapaport describes watching returns at home, calling Mamdani "Zoran the moron" and noting the TikTok-driven campaign.
- He counsels keeping perspective and compares today's fear to worse moments in Jewish history.
October 7th Fueled The Momentum
- Rapaport argues October 7th created a political moment that energized anti-Zionist voters in New York.
- He sees the war and campus activism as a perfect storm enabling Mamdani's rise.