Mamdani is rallying support by aligning with populist and progressive figures like Sanders and AOC, while challenging Hochul's stance on tax policies; he leads in polls over Cuomo and Sliwa, with Cuomo attempting to rebrand as the true Democrat and appealing to conservatives to oppose Mamdani.
Zohran Mamdani, a NYC mayoral candidate, is rallying support with a 'New York Is Not for Sale' slogan, echoing Bernie Sanders' progressive message, and is backed by prominent lawmakers including AOC and Governor Hochul, as he seeks to challenge wealthy interests and promote affordable housing, free transportation, and universal childcare.
Senator Bernie Sanders publicly labeled the war in Gaza as a 'genocide' and criticized the U.S. support for Israel's actions, condemning what he describes as ethnic cleansing and a war against the Palestinian people, escalating his calls to halt military aid to Israel.
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders supports President Trump's plan to convert federal grants for chipmakers like Intel into government equity stakes, aligning with Trump's broader policy shift towards state intervention in the economy, despite previous opposition from other Democrats like Elizabeth Warren.
Despite being in their 70s, Joe Biden faces more scrutiny over his age compared to Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders, highlighting a double standard in American politics. Critics argue that Biden's age could impact his ability to serve as president, while Trump and Sanders have largely avoided similar scrutiny. This discrepancy raises questions about ageism and bias in the political arena.