NY mayoral election: What Mamdani’s rise means for progressives

NY mayoral election: What Mamdani’s rise means for progressives

• Nov 3, 2025, 4:57 PM

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Progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani is leading the polls in New York’s mayoral race, focusing on economic concerns like cost of living and job security. Historian Michael Kazin analyzes why Mamdani is gaining support and what his potential victory could mean for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, backed by figures like Bernie Sanders and AOC. While his campaign addresses local issues, the outcome could have broader implications for the party’s future nationwide.

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