Nathan Lean

Nathan Lean, a professor of religion at North Carolina State University, joins the discussion to unpack the political implications of Islamophobia in the context of Zohran Mamdani's mayoral candidacy. They explore how both parties weaponize Islamophobia, viewing Muslims through the lens of 'good' versus 'bad.' Lean highlights the historical roots of these biases and the progressive pushback against them. The conversation also touches on the empowering role of younger voters and social media in reshaping narratives around Islamophobia.