Timothy Weaver, an associate professor of political science at the University at Albany, explores the tumultuous political landscape of New York City in his discussion. He delves into the interplay between conservativism, neoliberalism, and egalitarianism, revealing how these forces shape power dynamics and community responses. Weaver discusses the city's fiscal crisis in 1975 and its aftermath, the rise of law-and-order politics, and the role of social movements like Occupy and Black Lives Matter in challenging inequality. His insights illuminate the city's complex political and social fabric.