Socialist wave goes coast-to-coast as historic wins shake up the 2025 mayoral elections

The recent victories of Zohran Mamdani in New York City and Katie Wilson in Seattle signal a notable socialist wave in the 2025 mayoral elections. Mamdani's win is celebrated as a major achievement for the Democratic Socialists of America, reflecting a broader trend of progressive candidates gaining traction. Wilson, who has been compared to Mamdani, leveraged her parents' financial support to challenge the incumbent Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, ultimately succeeding in a closely contested race. This pattern of socialist candidates emerging in key urban areas suggests a shift in voter sentiment towards progressive policies.