A standout moment of New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's interview with Fox News came when he looked into the camera and spoke directly to Donald Trump, figuring he may be watching.
I think it depends on what is being discussed. If Mamdani suddenly said “The Israel and Palestine conflict is complicated and both side have their points” that would be a huge red flag. It SHOULD be something we held him accountable for.
But, like I said, I do understand the material need to control the police. So, I agree. But I think the context and material goals are what are important. I don’t think it’s “the left purity testing” or whatever. I think their are important points in which we can understand a political maneuver, vs. literally just trying to get support from right wingers.
I think it depends on what is being discussed. If Mamdani suddenly said “The Israel and Palestine conflict is complicated and both side have their points” that would be a huge red flag. It SHOULD be something we held him accountable for.
But, like I said, I do understand the material need to control the police. So, I agree. But I think the context and material goals are what are important. I don’t think it’s “the left purity testing” or whatever. I think their are important points in which we can understand a political maneuver, vs. literally just trying to get support from right wingers.