Why Millennials Are Drawn to Mamdani
Many Americans outside New York City are wondering why Zohran Mamdani, a young, media-savvy socialist, is the favorite to win the mayoralty of our most iconic metropolis.
It’s easy to ridicule Mamdani and his promises of a socialist utopia. But to counter the threat of resurgent socialism at the local and national level, we must understand why he appeals to our young people.
Understanding the Appeal
We must first offer a hopeful message by:
- growing the economy
- supporting family formation
- re-basing education
- restoring fiscal discipline
More importantly, the federal taxpayer must never assume the debts of the states.
It’s partially that young people are scared.
Author’s summary: Millennials drawn to socialist ideas due to lack of hopeful message.