The Narrative Wars

The Permanent Campaign

Mayor Mamdani's first 100 days — and the next 1,359 that will define him.

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The Next Commie Corridor?

Adriano Espaillat has outlasted everyone. His district is changing anyway.

Apr 1 • Michael Lange

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March 2026

The Democratic Primary Realignment

"It's not left vs. right. It’s top vs. bottom."

Mar 4 • Michael Lange

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February 2026

The Race at the Center of Everything

A Kennedy heir, a Never-Trumper, and two Albany lawmakers walk into a forum...

Feb 25 • Michael Lange

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The Making of The People’s Republic

A Decade in Astoria, Queens

Feb 5 • Michael Lange

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January 2026

A Civil War in The Commie Corridor?

Townies, Transplants, and Tension

Jan 22 • Michael Lange

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Zohran Mamdani Has More Jewish Support Than You Think

While attention is on the new mayor’s revocation of pro-Israel executive orders, analysis reveals age and income shaped the Jewish vote more than…

Published on Drop Site News • Jan 5

December 2025

The Socialists vs. The Progressives

Who will succeed Nydia Velázquez?

Dec 17, 2025 • Michael Lange

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How Julie Menin won the Speaker's Race

A check on Mayor Mamdani? Or a partner in the affordability agenda?

Dec 9, 2025 • Michael Lange

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November 2025

Can Chi Ossé beat Hakeem Jeffries?

Will lightning strike twice?

Nov 18, 2025 • Michael Lange

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The Rainbow Coalition

The Tale of Two Cities

Nov 14, 2025 • Michael Lange

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Predicting Every Block of the 2025 NYC Mayoral Election

Spoiler Alert: Zohran Mamdani is going to win

Nov 3, 2025 • Michael Lange

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