Yup,sex offenders like former gov. Cuomo, is right up there with trump. The DNC needs to listen and HEAR the PEOPLE. NO MORE WALLSTREET DEMS OR SEX OFFENDERS
The Democratic Party establishment—particularly those in congress—continues to prove that it is not prepared to meet this dire moment in the history of our nation. They have failed us, time and time and time again—and are now flagrantly betraying the Party and its principles in attacking Mamdani, AOC, and other progressives. They remain beholden to their highly paid DC consultants, incapable of responding to the existential threats we are facing without first resorting to their poll-tested and focus group approved messaging. With the exception of a few truly genuine leaders (Sanders, Murphy, Warren, Raskin, Stansbury, Jim McGovern, AOC, Crockett, Casar, and a few others), They’ve absolutely lost all credibility and authenticity. We don’t need the goddam “Joe Rogan of the Left.”
Establishment dems are far more interested in the relentless pursuit of fund raising than actually confronting the myriad crises we are facing, and it’s pathetic. Schumer, Jeffries, Pelosi, Clyburn, Dingel, et al., …times have changed—politics have changed. Step aside and let the new generation lead. If you would actually fight this authoritarian backsliding, and put your constituents ahead of your big donors, the American people would support you. But because you remain indentured to your big money donors, and fail to open your eyes to the imminent threats we are facing, you don’t fight. You do your carefully choreographed performances on the house and senate floor, once it’s too late for them to have any meaning.
And regarding Mamdani, you better recognize what the people are telling you, and stop trying to undermine him and the other promising candidates who are the future of this party.
I’m praying that Mamdani wins to break this paralysis the Democratic Party is afflicted with. Yet, it reminded me of something Black journalist Tony Brown said over two decades ago: “If your leaders actually needed you, they would never sell you out.”
Beautiful piece and so well written. Mamdanis win gave me so much hope in politics again, it was definitely a breath of fresh air. 💖
Mayor Mamdani and I have a lot in common
Yup,sex offenders like former gov. Cuomo, is right up there with trump. The DNC needs to listen and HEAR the PEOPLE. NO MORE WALLSTREET DEMS OR SEX OFFENDERS
Start organizing .... Contact them and they will help you: https://nycrepublicans.org
If you have not in New York, they will help you too.
I am the one pushing the Liberals away from the Democratic Party (https://socialists.us) and into the Republican Party.
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Go organize but don't tell us what we are not.
I can’t vote for him, because I don’t live in NYC, but I stand with him.
Buttigieg/Mamdani 2028!!!!!
Buttigieg/Mamdani 2028!!!!!
Buttigieg/Mamdani 2028!!!!!
Buttigieg/Mamdani 2028!!!!!
Because he connects with the working class which is a huge contingent
The Democratic Party establishment—particularly those in congress—continues to prove that it is not prepared to meet this dire moment in the history of our nation. They have failed us, time and time and time again—and are now flagrantly betraying the Party and its principles in attacking Mamdani, AOC, and other progressives. They remain beholden to their highly paid DC consultants, incapable of responding to the existential threats we are facing without first resorting to their poll-tested and focus group approved messaging. With the exception of a few truly genuine leaders (Sanders, Murphy, Warren, Raskin, Stansbury, Jim McGovern, AOC, Crockett, Casar, and a few others), They’ve absolutely lost all credibility and authenticity. We don’t need the goddam “Joe Rogan of the Left.”
Establishment dems are far more interested in the relentless pursuit of fund raising than actually confronting the myriad crises we are facing, and it’s pathetic. Schumer, Jeffries, Pelosi, Clyburn, Dingel, et al., …times have changed—politics have changed. Step aside and let the new generation lead. If you would actually fight this authoritarian backsliding, and put your constituents ahead of your big donors, the American people would support you. But because you remain indentured to your big money donors, and fail to open your eyes to the imminent threats we are facing, you don’t fight. You do your carefully choreographed performances on the house and senate floor, once it’s too late for them to have any meaning.
And regarding Mamdani, you better recognize what the people are telling you, and stop trying to undermine him and the other promising candidates who are the future of this party.
Get Mamdani PRIVATE SECURITY PROTECTION NOW!
He’s the future of the New Democratic Party IF THEY THROW OFF THOSE CORPORATE DONORS WITH POLICY AGENDAS!!!
I’m praying that Mamdani wins to break this paralysis the Democratic Party is afflicted with. Yet, it reminded me of something Black journalist Tony Brown said over two decades ago: “If your leaders actually needed you, they would never sell you out.”
Excellent thoughtful analysis as always- thanks Qasim. 😊
Thanks for this piece! I'm an 83 year old Quaker grandmother who voted for Mamdani. PS I am European-American, and don't like Cuomo nor Harris.
I appreciate you!
PS I have been a New Yorker for more than 40 years.
Looks like Mamdani should be leader of the Democratic Party!