In this episode we dig into the shockwave that followed Zohran Mamdani’s rise in the NYC mayoral race — how a 33-year-old democratic socialist upset establishment politics in America’s largest city, and why his victory could reshape the national political landscape. We’ll unpack Mamdani’s platform: fare-free buses, rent freezes, city-owned grocery stores, and aggressive wealth taxes, but also his controversial past statements on Israel/Palestine, policing, and “seizing the means of production.” We’ll ask tough questions: What does Mamdani’s win say about the Democratic Party’s direction? Are progressive candidates now viable at scale, or is this a localized anomaly? For the business community, urban governance, and national politics — what happens in New York doesn’t stay in New York. We’ll explore the fears of moderate Democrats and Republicans alike, how this could influence 2026 and beyond, and whether Mamdani’s brand of politics can be replicated in other cities or states. By the end, you’ll understand why this election wasn’t just a local story but a potential inflection point for U.S. politics — how urban policy, identity politics, and ideological realignment collided in one of the most consequential mayoral contests in modern American history. Use "MG10" to save 10% https://vetstactical.com CarniVault now has single serving Freeze dried Beef-Chicken-Pork Use “EATMEAT” to save https://carnivault.com Join my Patreon https://patreon.com/mikeglover Join DEAD DROP INTEL for FREE https://deaddropintel.substack.com/?utm_source=global-search Use MG25 to save 25% SITE WIDE https://thewolf21.com/products/stand-down-mushroom-sleep-gummies?selling_plan=2813067400 LISTEN ON SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/episode/1xIyFyZiZsokKTVudWu3fV?si=Mkib1yj_RJ-Q6oYU-JJf1g Faith Swag (My shirt and hats) https://rodeointhesky.com Follow my other YouTube channels https://youtube.com/@UCc80w2gBc1lbalveNDF642g https://youtube.com/@UCV1LlXVRtwoChjCX4lxX5MQ https://youtube.com/@UCk4KlX3BiTIOxCPcgIy5RKw