Gen Z Students Propel Progressive DSA Slate to Victory in New York Democratic Primaries
The article reports on the instrumental role of Gen Z students in the June Democratic congressional primaries in New York City, where a slate of progressive candidates endorsed by Zohran Mamdani won key races. Candidates Brad Lander (NY-10), Claire Valdez (NY-7), and Darializa Avila Chevalier (NY-13) defeated incumbents, including Adriano Espaillat. Students from Fordham, Cornell, City College, Hunter, and Columbia canvassed and organized for the campaigns, citing inspiration from Bernie Sanders and Mamdani's 2025 mayoral bid. The youth vote, which overwhelmingly supported Mamdani (75% of 18-29 year olds), was critical. Students highlighted issues like affordability, education, and Palestine as driving their involvement. The victories are seen as a sign of the DSA's growing political power and the ability of young people to shape the Democratic Party's direction.
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