3 Martini Lunch 'Michigan Mamdani' Tries to Erase His Radical Record
Nov 12, 2025
In this discussion, hosts tackle the slow recovery from California wildfires, critiquing leaders for their inaction. They highlight the concerning decision by Fannie Mae to remove credit score thresholds, warning it could lead to economic chaos reminiscent of 2008. The conversation shifts to Michigan's political arena, examining candidate Abu El-Sayed's attempts to erase his controversial past views on police and immigration. It's a lively exchange that delves into serious issues affecting communities and broader implications for political futures.
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Slow Rebuilding After LA Wildfires
- Lee Zeldin sharply criticized Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass for failing to expedite rebuilding after LA wildfires.
- Los Angeles issued permits for only about 10% of destroyed or damaged units nearly a year later, showing severe administrative failure.
Asheville Recovery Versus LA Delay
- Jim Garrity compared Asheville's rapid recovery after flooding to Los Angeles's slow post-fire rebuilding.
- He expects many empty lots and rubble in the Palisades given the low permit rate nearly a year after the fires.
Turn Slow Response Into Political Liability
- Use post-disaster failures as political liability when leadership promises rapid action but doesn't deliver.
- Opponents can highlight slow results to argue a leader is all talk and not about results.
