New York mayoral race
Vivek Ramaswamy's Candid Response to Republican Defeats: Lessons on Affordability and Identity Politics
Nov 05, 2025 07:10 pm CST
Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy offers a blunt assessment of recent Democratic victories, including Zohran Mamdani's New York City mayoral win. In a viral video, he outlines two critical lessons for Republicans: prioritize making the American dream affordable by addressing rising costs of living, and abandon identity politics to focus on shared values. His message resonates with voters concerned about economic pressures and the party's strategic direction in future elections.
Zohran Mamdani: The Progressive Force Reshaping Democratic Politics in America
Oct 28, 2025 12:16 pm CST
Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist leading New York's mayoral race, represents a potential new direction for US Democrats struggling with historically low approval ratings. His platform focusing on affordable housing, free public services, and progressive policies offers insights into reconnecting with working-class and young voters, though experts question whether his approach can translate to national electoral success beyond diverse urban centers.
Zohran Mamdani's Fight Against New York's Affordability Crisis Fuels His Mayoral Campaign
Oct 27, 2025 01:49 pm CST
Democratic socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani has surged to the front of New York City's mayoral race by focusing on the affordability crisis. With median rents exceeding $4,000 and grocery prices soaring by 8.9% in the past year, Mamdani's platform includes freezing rents for two million residents and creating city-owned grocery stores. As New Yorkers head to polls on November 4, his message "for a city we can afford" resonates with the 25% of residents struggling to meet basic needs.
JD Vance Criticizes Zohran Mamdani's 9/11 Comments About Muslim Discrimination
Oct 26, 2025 12:40 pm CST
US Vice President JD Vance responds to New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's comments about post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims, highlighting ongoing tensions about Islamophobia in American politics and the challenges faced by Muslim politicians embracing their religious identity in public life.