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NYC born & raised || Writing about local politics || #BillsMafia All tweets, views and writings expressed are my own www.michaellange.nyc

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Aug 13

NEW: Zohran Mamdani's victory has polarized the Democratic Party. Allies say he can be a model, yet the establishment keeps him at arms length. Many cherry-pick bits of his appeal, but don't tell the full story.

What is replicable? And what is unique to Mamdani?
www.michaellange.nyc/p/the-mamdan...

The Mamdani Model

What can (and cannot) be replicated from Zohran’s historic upset?

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · 5d

I had the pleasure of co-writing this piece with Armin Thomas from Split Ticket, please subscribe to his Substack as well!

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Shadow of the Past | Armin Thomas | Substack

Unraveling Past Stories, One Map at a Time. Click to read Shadow of the Past, by Armin Thomas, a Substack publication. Launched 5 months ago.

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · 5d

We are almost five weeks away from the General Election. Follow me for all things NYC!

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · 5d

NEW: A dynamic progressive shocks the establishment. He walks the streets, speaks out against war, & excites thousands of volunteers.

I’m not talking about Zohran Mamdani.
I’m talking about John Lindsay.

On the past & future of the Democratic coalition:
www.michaellange.nyc/p/he-is-fres...

"He is fresh, everyone else is tired"

How the 1969 New York City mayoral race shaped the modern Democratic Party

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aaron from queens from twitter @aaronnarraph.bsky.social · 13d

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · 13d

We are almost five weeks away from the General Election. Follow me for all things NYC Mayoral race.

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The Narrative Wars | Michael Lange | Substack

All politics is local. Click to read The Narrative Wars, by Michael Lange, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · 13d

NEW: Eric Adams has dropped out of the New York City mayoral race, narrowing the field to Andrew Cuomo, Curtis Sliwa, and Zohran Mamdani—the Democratic nominee.

With 5 weeks left, the billionaire class is consolidating around Cuomo.

Should Mamdani be concerned?
www.michaellange.nyc/p/the-almost...

The (Almost) October (Non) Surprise

Eric Adams quits the race: why Zohran Mamdani should not be concerned.

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · 17d

We are less than six weeks away from the General Election for NYC Mayor. Follow me for all things Zohran Mamdani!

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The Narrative Wars | Michael Lange | Substack

All politics is local. Click to read The Narrative Wars, by Michael Lange, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · 17d

NEW: With 40 days until the General Election, Zohran Mamdani will be the next Mayor of New York City.

Now, Mamdani is not so much competing against Cuomo, Sliwa, Adams — or even Trump — but himself. The bar is high.

How can Mamdani keep the Magic?
www.michaellange.nyc/p/zohran-is-...

Zohran is Inevitable

But can Mamdani keep the Magic?

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Peter Sterne @petersterne.com · 17d

New @michaellangenyc.bsky.social hot off the presses: www.michaellange.nyc/p/zohran-is-...

Zohran is Inevitable

But can Mamdani keep the Magic?

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Sep 12

Took a brief break from the Mayoral Race!

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Sep 12

NEW: An open Congressional seat at the heart of Manhattan.

Media elites, a Kennedy heir, billionaires, & many ambitious pols are in the mix to succeed Jerry Nadler.

Yet, the story of the race won't be Trump, Israel, or Socialism — but West vs. East.

www.michaellange.nyc/p/who-will-s...

Who will succeed Jerry Nadler?

The race for New York's Twelfth Congressional District begins...

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Aug 28

"How the arc of the 44th President informs New York City's next Mayor"

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Aug 28

NEW: Barack Obama & Zohran Mamdani:

Community organizers shaped by early defeats whose oratory gifts transcended a lack of experience, both toppled political dynasties amidst a vacuum in the Democratic Party. Each laid claim to a movement.

But what comes next?
www.michaellange.nyc/p/obama-mamd...

Obama, Mamdani, & The Rise and Fall of Movements

How the arc of the 44th President informs New York City's next Mayor

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Peter Sterne @petersterne.com · Aug 13

Another banger from @michaellangenyc.bsky.social. The best analysis of the Mamdani campaign's success, from someone who was intimately familiar with the campaign. www.michaellange.nyc/p/the-mamdan...

The Mamdani Model

What can (and cannot) be replicated from Zohran’s historic upset?

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Aug 13

Thank you for reading ! Follow me for all things Zohran Mamdani & the New York City Mayor's race !

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Aug 13

For those who want a sneak peak...

Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Aug 13

NEW: Zohran Mamdani's victory has polarized the Democratic Party. Allies say he can be a model, yet the establishment keeps him at arms length. Many cherry-pick bits of his appeal, but don't tell the full story.

What is replicable? And what is unique to Mamdani?
www.michaellange.nyc/p/the-mamdan...

The Mamdani Model

What can (and cannot) be replicated from Zohran’s historic upset?

www.michaellange.nyc

Reposted by Michael Lange

Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · Aug 13

This overview of "The Mamdani model" from @michaellangenyc.bsky.social reflects what we're seeing/hearing from the thousands of next-gen leaders running with @runforsomething.net: Rooted in community, affirmative visions for the future, omnipresent comms. www.michaellange.nyc/p/the-mamdan...

The Mamdani Model

What can (and cannot) be replicated from Zohran’s historic upset?

www.michaellange.nyc

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Jul 17

NEW: Billionaires raised her. Cops trust her. Elites love her. Activists doubt her. Crime is down on her watch.

But will Zohran Mamdani keep Jessica Tisch as NYPD commissioner?

My thoughts on Mamdani's first BIG decision:
www.michaellange.nyc/p/zohran-mam...

Zohran Mamdani's First Big Decision

Will the next Mayor retain NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch?

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Jul 17

I normally focus on electoral politics, but this question struck me as an interesting fault-line worth exploring within Mamdani's coalition.

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The Narrative Wars | Michael Lange | Substack

All politics is local. Click to read The Narrative Wars, by Michael Lange, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Jul 17

NEW: Billionaires raised her. Cops trust her. Elites love her. Activists doubt her. Crime is down on her watch.

But will Zohran Mamdani keep Jessica Tisch as NYPD commissioner?

My thoughts on Mamdani's first BIG decision:
www.michaellange.nyc/p/zohran-mam...

Zohran Mamdani's First Big Decision

Will the next Mayor retain NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch?

www.michaellange.nyc

Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Jul 9

We've reset the election clock ! Which means FOUR MORE MONTHS of everything New York City Mayor !

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The Narrative Wars | Michael Lange | Substack

All politics is local. Click to read The Narrative Wars, by Michael Lange, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Jul 9

NEW: Zohran Mamdani shocked the world by defeating Andrew Cuomo. But there’s still a General Election to win in November.

Can a clown car field of Cuomo, Eric Adams, Curtis Sliwa (& the financial elite) actually stop Mamdani?

I map out every scenario:
www.michaellange.nyc/p/four-month...

Four Months to November

Will the clown car General Election for New York City Mayor actually be competitive?

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Jul 7

Thank you Alexandra ! Likewise

(regrettably I don’t think we are related either)

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Michael Lange @michaellangenyc.bsky.social · Jun 27

NEW: Zohran Mamdani's multi-racial coalition toppled Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday. He won three of five boroughs, the renter class, & "middle income" residents; doing best overall with younger & less frequent voters.

My take on Mamdani's Mandate:
www.michaellange.nyc/p/the-zohran...

The Zohran Coalition

Mamdani's Mandate & The Dawn of a New Day

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