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Democrats are urging President Donald Trump to be more involved in ending the government shutdown. Meanwhile, the Democratic nominee for the New York mayoral race, Zohran Mamdani, is openly identifying as a “democratic socialist,” a trend becoming more popular in the Democratic party. Polls show an increasing number of Democrats have a favorable view of socialism and an unfavorable view of capitalism.
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In this edition, we discuss Democrats urging a more engaged President Donald Trump to end the government shutdown. We also analyze new polls showing Democrats warming to the “socialist” label.
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Democrats Urge ‘Disengaged’ Trump to End Government Shutdown
As the government shutdown enters its third week, Democrats call on President Donald Trump to take a more active role. Republicans agree that Trump has been disengaged, with some suggesting more involvement could be beneficial.
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Democrats Embrace ‘Socialist’ Label Amid Mamdani’s Rise
New York City’s Democratic nominee, Zohran Mamdani, self-describes as a “democratic socialist.” Once considered politically toxic, we analyze the shift within the party his rise suggests.
Recent New York City poll data shows a growing favorability for socialism among Democrats.
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