In Portland, socialists are blazing the trail for Zohran Mamdani
A West Coast version of Mamdani’s mayoral campaign is playing out. Here’s how it’s unfolding.
From The Times
October 7, 2025

In Portland, Ore., a West Coast version of Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign is playing out. Socialist city councilors, who say the city has been “run by the rich” for too long, have promised sweeping changes.

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Here’s how it’s unfolding. →

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