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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/32431389

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In 2021, DSA candidate India Walton successfully won the Buffalo, NY primary over establishment incumbent Byron Brown. She would have been the first socialist mayor of a large city since Frank Zeidler left office as mayor of Milwaukee in 1960. But she never became Mayor. Brown sued to get on the ballot, failed, but launched a successful write in campaign. Echoing the current Zohran Mamdani moment, Governor Hochul declined to endorse Walton, though she was backed by WFP, and had secured endorsements from Chuck Schumer, Bernie Sanders, and AOC. She joins Bad Faith to give her unique perspective on what it’s like to win a Democratic Party primary, only to be beaten by the Democratic Party establishment, offer advice to Zohran Mamdani, who once campaigned for her in Buffalo, and offer her feelings on the viability of using the Democratic Party as a vehicle for real change.

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The discussion centers around Zohran Mamdani’s recent Democratic primary win in New York City and compares it to India Walton’s experience in Buffalo, NY, where the Democratic establishment undermined her primary victory. The conversation explores the challenges progressive candidates face when challenging the Democratic establishment, navigating accusations of antisemitism, and the viability of using the Democratic Party as a vehicle for real change.

Key Points:

  • Deja Vu: India Walton expresses a sense of déjà vu, seeing parallels between her experience and Zohran Mamdani’s current situation. She feels pride in Mamdani’s win, viewing it as proof that progressive policies resonate with voters.
  • Authenticity and Message: Walton believes Mamdani’s authenticity and consistent messaging will make it harder for the establishment to defeat him. She admits she tried to moderate her views, which alienated her base.
  • Navigating Attacks: The discussion addresses the attacks Mamdani is facing, particularly accusations of antisemitism. The speakers debate whether attempts to appease critics like the ADL are effective or simply open the door for further attacks.
  • The Importance of Education and Staying the Course: Walton emphasizes the importance of educating voters and staying true to one’s message to insulate against attacks. She believes Mamdani has done a good job of educating people, helping them see the racism and bigotry behind the attacks.
  • Going Negative vs. Telling the Truth: The conversation touches on the effectiveness of “going negative” against opponents like Cuomo. Walton argues that criticizing Cuomo was simply stating the truth about his actions.
  • Working with Billionaires: The speakers discuss the delicate balance Mamdani must strike between criticizing billionaires and acknowledging their economic influence in New York City.
  • Kathy Hochul’s Lack of Support: Walton recounts her experience with Kathy Hochul, who avoided her after her primary win. She contrasts this with the support Mamdani has received from some establishment figures.
  • Galvanizing the Base: The importance of galvanizing the base and letting their enthusiasm trickle outward is highlighted as a key lesson from Mamdani’s win.
  • Media’s Role: The media’s role in perpetuating negative narratives and failing to expose unfair attacks is discussed.
  • Double Standards: The speakers criticize the disproportionate focus on antisemitism compared to other forms of hate crimes, particularly anti-Black violence.
  • Confidence in the Democratic Party: Walton expresses limited confidence in the Democratic Party as an institution for social change, but remains hopeful about the growing engagement and activism she is witnessing.

Highlights:

  • India Walton’s candid reflections on her own campaign and the mistakes she made.
  • The analysis of the attacks against Zohran Mamdani and the strategies he is using to counter them.
  • The discussion of the Democratic Party’s willingness to undermine progressive candidates.
  • The critique of the media’s coverage of hate crimes and the focus on antisemitism over other forms of violence.

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