Episode 31: Progressives Battle It Out for U.S. Senate and New York State Assembly

In this episode, we dive into a wave of progressive campaigns reshaping politics from Maine to New York. Host Nick breaks down Graham Platner’s bold Senate run in Maine, the powerhouse Texas duo of Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico running for U.S. Senate, and the vibrant slate of New York State Assembly contenders — Brian Romero and Aber Kawas in AD34, along with Mary Jobaida, Rana Abdelhamid, and Diana Moreno in AD36. Nick shares who he’s supporting and why, offering insight into the values, strategies, and community impact that set these candidates apart. He also lays out the key factors voters should consider when evaluating candidates, such as lived experience in the district, policy knowledge, and building relationships within the community. Stayed tuned on more updates, especially on the elections happening in Western Queens.New episodes drop every Tuesday.