Zohran Mamdani's rise as the Democrats' New York Mayoral candidate has sparked celebration among Indian liberals, drawing comparisons to popular TV characters and political figures. Despite his victory, Mamdani's policies and controversies have raised questions about his economic feasibility and electability. His appeal to the liberal creative class reflects a longing for aesthetic affirmation rather than ideological substance.

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