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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Profiles in Courage

We're starting to see one take shape in the streets and at ballot boxes across the country: from New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's campaign focused on affordability, to communities protecting their neighbors from ICE, to the senators opposing arms shipments to Israel.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Ishii: Public financing opened the door for me. A state Senate bill can do that for others.

Public financing and grassroots support enabled a young, non-wealthy Asian American woman of color to win Berkeley's mayoral race and broaden democratic access.
fromAxios
1 month ago

Progressive upstarts shake up 2025 mayoral races in challenge to Democrats

Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary marked a political shift, emphasizing affordability and showcasing divisions within the Democratic Party over key issues.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromCommon Dreams
2 months ago

Zohran Mamdani's Victory Is About More Than Just New York City | Common Dreams

Zohran Mamdani's victory signifies a shift towards grassroots progressivism within the Democratic Party, challenging corporate influence.
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