Why Gen Z LOVES Mamdani—but REJECTS 'Socialist' label

The Up and Up’s Rachel Janfaza joins Way Too early to discuss the findings from their latest focus groups that reveals a surprising trend among Gen Z voters: while many support progressive leaders like Zohran Mamdani, virtually none identify as ‘democratic socialists.’ Rachel explains how young voters are driven by intense economic anxiety—juggling multiple jobs, debt, and rising costs–while feeling "one bad break away" from financial trouble.  MS NOW: My Source for News, Opinion, and the World. » Subscribe to MS NOW:    / @msnow   » Subscribe to MS NOW’s We the People Newsletter for exclusive content from your favorite MS NOW anchors. Sign up now for free at https://ms.now/joinus MS NOW is the go-to destination for domestic and international breaking news, and best-in-class opinion journalism. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day click here: https://www.ms.now/ #ZohranMamdani #GenZ #Politics

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