Zohran Mamdani won because too many elites lost

Zohran Mamdani's mayoral primary win in New York City highlights economic frustrations among younger, well-educated, and relatively affluent Brooklyn residents. These aspiring elites, often in culturally prestigious but lower-paying jobs, feel entitled to a higher standard of living. This fuels support for populist policies like rent control, despite potential negative consequences for affordability across the board.