Why New York’s Success Matters to the Whole Country

Why New York’s Success Matters to the Whole Country

Bret Stephens recently argued that if Zohran Mamdani becomes mayor of New York City, Republicans should welcome it. A Mamdani victory, he suggests, would make Democrats unelectable by exposing their radicalism and disconnect from ordinary Americans. It’s a tempting thought; but it’s dangerous. New York isn’t just another city—it’s a global hub of culture, commerce, and creativity. To treat its decline as a political opportunity is to forget what…