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Progressive Wave: Mamdani Inspires Challenges for House Seats

11/29/2025

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Zohran Mamdani, the New York City mayor-elect, energizes progressives to contest House seats.
City Councilmembers Chi Ossé and Alexa Avilés consider bids against Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.).
The Democratic Socialists of America has doubled its membership to bolster future campaigns.
Mamdani discourages primary challenges, urging unity to pursue his affordability agenda.
Nadler and Velázquez retirements may open opportunities for progressives in New York.

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Story summary

Zohran Mamdani, the New York City mayor-elect, energizes progressives to contest House seats.
City Councilmembers Chi Ossé and Alexa Avilés consider bids against Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.).
The Democratic Socialists of America has doubled its membership to bolster future campaigns.
Mamdani discourages primary challenges, urging unity to pursue his affordability agenda.
Nadler and Velázquez retirements may open opportunities for progressives in New York.