Everybody's Business Why Matt Yglesias thinks Mamdani Won't Change New York
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Nov 7, 2025 
Matthew Yglesias, a writer for Bloomberg Opinion, shares his insights on the implications of Zohran Mamdani's anticipated mayoralty in New York City, arguing that transformative change may remain elusive. He likens Mamdani's situation to Bill de Blasio's governance, focusing on practical constraints versus lofty goals. Meanwhile, Ellen Cushing from The Atlantic discusses the impact of food delivery apps, revealing how they've reshaped dining culture and restaurant economics, highlighting both benefits and the community losses from reduced in-person dining.
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Mayoral Power Meets Bureaucratic Reality
- Mayors face gritty operational responsibilities that limit radical transformations.
- Matthew Yglesias argues Mamdani's rhetoric will meet practical constraints like budgets and agency limits.
Business Class Suffered A Political Loss
- Wealthy backers lost influence by backing an unpopular primary candidate.
- Max Chafkin notes many billionaires publicly softened their stance after Mamdani's win.
Housing Pain Fuels Political Shift
- Housing costs drive leftward political energy in coastal cities.
- Yglesias links rising interest in socialist ideas to housing pain and regulatory constraints.