Michael Schellenberger

Rank 46 of 47

Score -202

-6

New York's socialist mayoral frontrunner appeals to youthful idealism, say the media. In truth, he appeals to their entitlement and envy.

Like Mamdani himself, his most vocal supporters grew up in comfort and were told they were exceptional. They were shielded from the

Michael Shellenberger

@shellenberger

New York's socialist mayoral frontrunner says his policies will lower housing and food prices, and reduce crime and disorder. They won't. They'll increase them. The reason he won is because he pandered to young voters afflicted by envy, entitlement, and willful ignorance.

6/30/2025, 3:21:44 PM

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