I've Had It Zohran Mamdani State of Mind
Sep 2, 2025
Zohran Mamdani, NYC mayoral candidate and advocate for democratic socialism, shares his insights on political challenges and the affordability crisis in New York City. He humorously critiques his opponent's social media tactics and discusses the cultural implications of modern masculinity in politics. The conversation also touches on the complexities of cultural identity, the fight against anti-Semitism, and the joy found in community life despite the turbulent political landscape. Mamdani’s passion for social change shines through as he navigates these pressing topics.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Power Over Principles
- Zohran Mamdani argues Andrew Cuomo prioritized power over principles and sought Trump's help to narrow the race.
- Mamdani says that betrayal and political complacency drive voter disaffection in NYC.
U.S. Complicity Is A Moral Crisis
- Mamdani frames U.S. policy as enabling a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and calls it a moral failing.
- He insists the only acceptable stance is to act to end the violence and starvation.
Make Affordability The Core Response
- Mamdani recommends addressing cost-of-living issues as the central political priority to prevent right-wing backlash.
- He urges welcoming voters rather than lecturing them to build broader coalitions.
