Tasha Van Auken
Field director for Zoran Mamdani's mayoral campaign, describing the organizing strategy that mobilized over 104,000 volunteers and built the winning campaign.
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Dec 6, 2025 • 1h 45min
The Dig: Three Million Doors w/ Tascha Van Auken
Tascha Van Auken, a lead organizer and field director known for her pivotal role in NYC DSA's electoral strategy, shares fascinating insights on effective grassroots campaigning. She discusses mobilizing a whopping 100,000 volunteers for Zohran Mamdani's mayoral race, the importance of democratic practices in organizing, and lessons learned from past campaigns. Tascha emphasizes the transformative power of canvassing, the relationship between activists and governance, and the future of replicating successful strategies across movements.
Dec 5, 2025 • 1h 45min
Three Million Doors w/ Tascha Van Auken
Tascha Van Auken, a leading field strategist for NYC Democratic Socialists of America, shares her experiences in grassroots organizing. She discusses how Zohran Mamdani’s campaign mobilized 100,000 volunteers and knocked on three million doors. Tascha reflects on the transformation of volunteers through direct voter contact and the DSA's role in fostering a democratic culture. She also highlights key campaigns, the importance of strategic endorsements, and the need for effective governance post-victory. Her insights illuminate the power of community engagement in driving political change.
