Zohran Mamdani, the democratic socialist who made history as New York City’s first Muslim mayor, delivered a fiery victory speech last night — one that mixed idealism, populism, and defiance in equal measure. His words echoed the labor struggles of the past while speaking directly to working-class New Yorkers today.
He began with a quote from Eugene Debs:
“The sun may have set over our city this evening, but I can see the dawn of a better day for humanity.”
From there, Mamdani’s message was clear: power was no longer reserved for the wealthy and well-connected.
“Tonight, against all odds, we have grasped it. The future is in our hands.”
Picture: Fast and Free buses in New York City
Throughout his speech, Mamdani painted a vivid portrait of the “new New York” — one built by the city’s diverse working people.
“I speak of Yemeni bodega owners and Mexican abuelas. Senegalese taxi drivers and Uzbek nurses. Trinidadian line cooks and Ethiopian aunties… This city is your city, and this democracy is yours too.”
He connected his campaign to real faces and stories: Wesley, a hospital worker commuting two hours from Pennsylvania; a woman on the Bx33 who said she no longer loved New York; and Richard, the taxi driver he once joined in a 15-day hunger strike.
“My brother, we are in City Hall now,” Mamdani declared — a line that electrified the crowd.
Then came the emotional centerpiece of the speech — a rallying cry that tied hope to transformation:
“We chose hope together. Hope over tyranny. Hope over big money and small ideas. Hope over despair. Tonight, we have stepped out from the old into the new.”
He went on to outline what that “new age” would look like:
“Central to that vision will be the most ambitious agenda to tackle the cost-of-living crisis that this city has seen since the days of Fiorello La Guardia — an agenda that will freeze the rents for more than 2 million rent-stabilized tenants, make buses fast and free, and deliver universal childcare across our city. This new age will be one of relentless improvements. We will hire thousands more teachers. We will cut waste from a bloated bureaucracy.”
He also promised a new approach to safety and justice:
“We will work with police officers to reduce crime and create a department of community safety that tackles the mental health crisis and homelessness crisis head-on. In this new age we make for ourselves, we will refuse to allow those who traffic in division and hate to pit us against one another.”
Mamdani warned against the forces of distraction and division:
“They want the people to fight amongst ourselves so that we remain distracted from the work of remaking a long-broken system.”
His agenda was sweeping: freezing rents, free buses, universal childcare, and stronger unions. He vowed to hold both landlords and billionaires to account — calling out Donald Trump by name several times.
“We will stand alongside unions and expand labor protections because we know, just as Donald Trump does, that when working people have ironclad rights, the bosses who seek to extort them become very small indeed.”
As the crowd cheered, Mamdani tied his personal story to the city’s identity:
“New York will remain a city of immigrants — built by immigrants, powered by immigrants, and, as of tonight, led by an immigrant. I am young. I am Muslim. I am a democratic socialist. And I refuse to apologize for any of this.”
The closing lines were pure optimism:
“Together, New York, we’re going to freeze the rent. Together, New York, we’re going to make buses fast and free. Together, New York, we’re going to deliver universal childcare.”
A Speech of Hope and a Hint of Overreach
Wow. It’s hard to deny the power and passion behind Mamdani’s words. His call for “hope over tyranny” and “hope over big money” struck a chord in a city long divided by inequality. Yet, his repeated attacks on Donald Trump made it sound as if Trump himself were the root of all problems. He’s not. Trump exists because of the problems — economic, social, and political — that stretch far beyond New York.
Still, Mamdani’s vision of a city that “shines again” is bold and contagious. Fast and free buses? Frozen rents? Universal childcare? That’s impressive, no doubt. But it also raises the question — if everything becomes free, what about a free lunch?
A Dream Worth Testing
Whether his promises are realistic or merely rhetorical remains to be seen. Mamdani has set the bar sky-high — and with it, expectations from the same working people he vowed to serve. History has shown that idealism can ignite movements, but it’s delivery that defines leadership. For now, though, his message has done what great speeches do best: it made people believe again — not just in politics, but in possibility.
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Zohran Mamdani is the next New York City Mayor. He is a muslim, anti-Trump, Anti-capitalist, and will make free buses for the people in New York. At the same time, he will tax the rich. Trump moved out of New York long ago. So do many other wealthy people in New York.
Not only that. More than 1 million Orthodox Jews have escaped New York. Maybe we will see more jews escape New York as a muslim is their new Mayor. Time will show. But, there is no doubt; A massive storm is coming! Put your steel helmet on and fasten your seatbelt.
On the other hand, what we see today is not something new. This is how the system works. It goes, and then it goes down again, and again, and again. The crisis in New York has nothing to do with the Mayor. This is happening all over in the West. It is the system. Not the Mayor.
The Returning Storm: Capitalism’s Crisis & the Echoes of 1848
We hear it again and again: that the system is failing large numbers of people. The working class is struggling, costs are skyrocketing, and the ladder of opportunity seems broken. That’s why many vote for socialists: they look at the system not as a solution, but as the problem. But why does capitalism still persist when it doesn’t work for everyone?
Karl Marx saw it clearly: capitalism is built on the exploitation of workers (the proletariat) by those who own and control the means of production (the bourgeoisie). The extraction of surplus value, alienation of labour, cycles of boom and bust, and rising inequality. He argued that all of it spells eventual collapse, ushering in a socialist revolution.
Maybe what we’re witnessing now is not a violent revolution with barricades and guillotines, but a democratic and social one: a shift in consciousness, a call for new economic arrangements.
A Story That Shows What’s Wrong
Imagine an old woman in Spain who has lived in her apartment for seventy years. Her home is her past, her memories, her identity. Now, an American hedge fund buys the building. Her rent shoots up far beyond what her pension covers. She’s told: “Move out or pay the price.”
What kind of capitalism is this? Where the place you’ve lived your entire life, the neighbourhood you know, becomes a profit asset to someone else, and you, the tenant, are simply a cost-to-be-cut or revenue-to-be-raised.
This isn’t small-scale displacement; it’s systemic.
According to research, private equity firms now own a significant share of the U.S. housing stock, and their business model often involves raising rents, cutting maintenance, and treating homes as profit centres.
When individuals who’ve paid their dues, who’ve worked and saved, are pushed aside so someone else can “monetize” their roof, the legitimacy of the system is damaged.
1848 and the Warning from History
Nine years ago, I wrote an article about the French Revolution, and I need to get back to that story once again. Back in February 1848 in France, the blueprint of revolt was laid bare. The monarchy of Louis Philippe, once hailed as a “Citizen King,” had drifted away from the people. Wages collapsed, food prices soared, and despair turned to anger. When the government repressed the protests, Paris erupted in barricades. The king fled, and a second French Republic was proclaimed.
The lesson is clear: when a system fails the many and protects the few, the many find a voice. When inequality is visible, persistent, and reinforced by institutions that claim neutrality, resistance builds. The revolution of 1848 was not just about a king dying. It was about legitimacy dissolving.
So, Why Do We Still Have Capitalism?
Because it works. For some. Because markets deliver dynamism, innovation, and wealth. If measured for the few. Because institutions decide the rules and often shield the winners. Because alternatives are messy, unproven, and intimidating for those who benefit now.
Yet the crisis is also structural. The logic of profit demands cost-cutting, evictions, rent hikes, financialization of housing, and commodification of basic needs. When a woman who’s lived somewhere for 70 years is priced out overnight, that’s not a bug. It’s a feature of the system.
Are We on the Edge of a New Revolution?
Perhaps. Not in the storm-and-fury sense, but in the long, accumulating demand for change. When politicians like Zohran Mamdani win with promises of free buses, rent freezes, and groceries for all, the message is: the old order is brittle. The working class has been squeezed too long. The vote is a signal.
But the storm won’t vanish just with promises. The funding model matters. The rents, taxes, business flight, and investment flows. All these determine whether change can be real or become another wave of disappointment.
The Elderly Woman and the Bigger Question
When you see her story. 70 years of life, on a fixed income, facing eviction because of global capital chasing returns, you understand what’s at stake. It’s not just housing. It’s dignity. It’s the promise of stability. It’s the belief that society isn’t only for the rich.
And when capitalism no longer delivers that promise for large swathes of people, then the logic of Marx begins to look less like ideology and more like prophecy.
In 1848 they overthrew a king. In 2025 they may overthrow the illusion. The illusion that capitalism still works for everyone.
The storm is coming
It might be messy. It might be uncomfortable. But history shows us that when systems stop working for most people, change happens. So ask yourself:
Are we watching the death of the promise of capitalism as we knew it? Or are we witnessing its evolution — into something fairer, more inclusive, more human?
Closing thought
In 1848, they forced the king to abdicate. Today, maybe we don’t need to kill a king. We need to kill the illusion that this system works for everyone. Change isn’t coming tomorrow. It’s already knocking at the door.
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Freedom of speech is one of our most cherished rights, yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Where do we draw the line between free expression and harassment? When mocking becomes humiliation, and jokes turn into attacks, dignity is lost. And dignity, just like freedom, is a human right.
Freedom of speech is one of the most important rights in democratic societies. It allows people to express thoughts, ideas, and beliefs publicly without fear of government censorship or punishment. This includes spoken words, written expression, art, and the exchange of information.
But freedom of speech is not absolute. A central question remains: Is hate speech really free speech, or does it cross into something else, harassment, abuse, and the violation of human dignity?
(Picture: Reflection: When Disrespect Becomes the Norm
The public treatment of leaders is a mirror of society’s values. Since 2016, we have seen how mockery and humiliation, like the “Trump balloon,” are used not to challenge policies, but to strip a person of dignity. Whether or not one agrees with Trump, the method of ridicule says more about us than about him.
When humiliation replaces respectful disagreement, it weakens the foundations of democracy. It creates a culture where harassment becomes normalized, spreading to schools, workplaces, and everyday life. If the West tolerates public harassment at the highest levels, how can we hope to eliminate bullying and harassment among teenagers?
Freedom of speech is not a license to abuse. A society that wants to survive and grow stronger must defend both freedom and dignity, because without dignity, freedom eventually collapses.)
The Limits of Free Speech
While free speech is widely protected, democratic societies do place boundaries on it. According to the First Amendment in the U.S. and Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, restrictions are lawful when necessary to protect:
Public order
National security
Public health
The rights and reputations of others
Categories such as incitement to violence, true threats, defamation, obscenity, and fraud are not protected speech. In other words, freedom of speech is not a license to abuse.
When Speech Becomes Harassment
Harassment goes beyond free expression. It is a form of discrimination that involves unwanted, offensive, intimidating, or humiliating behavior. Examples include:
Derogatory jokes, racial or ethnic slurs
Unwanted comments about religion or appearance
Pressure for sexual favors
Offensive graffiti, cartoons, or images
Harassment can take different forms:
Verbal or written (insults, threats, degrading comments)
Physical (unwanted contact, intimidation)
Visual (symbols, gestures, offensive imagery)
When harassment becomes repetitive, it turns into bullying, often leaving lasting emotional scars. At its worst, harassment and humiliation constitute psychological abuse and may even lead to criminal charges.
Freedom of Speech vs. Human Dignity
Here lies the conflict: freedom of speech is a right, but human dignity is also a right. Dignity means recognizing the intrinsic value of every human being and treating them with respect.
Mocking or humiliating people, whether powerful leaders or ordinary individuals, strips them of their dignity. It erodes respect. And if harassment is normalized at the highest levels of media and comedy, how can we expect young people in schools to learn respect and kindness?
A Question for Media and Comedians
Since 2016, comedians and media outlets have mocked, criticized, and even harassed the most powerful man on the planet. Some say it’s fair satire; others see it as relentless humiliation. But here’s the real issue: if harassment is accepted at the top of society, how can it be eliminated in classrooms, workplaces, or online communities?
The principle is simple: free speech must not become a weapon to degrade others.
Respect as the Foundation
Every person, regardless of power, status, or circumstance, deserves:
Respect: showing esteem for their humanity
Dignity: recognizing their inherent worth
Equality: treating all people fairly
Speech that destroys these values is not freedom—it’s abuse.
The Role of Platforms
In the digital era, platforms amplify speech through Section 230 protections in U.S. law, which shield platforms from being sued for user content. However, the responsibility ultimately lies with the individual: what you post online is your responsibility.
Social media can either become a space for respectful dialogue or a weapon of harassment. The choice belongs to us.
Conclusion
Free speech is vital to democracy, but it comes with responsibility. Hate speech, harassment, and humiliation are not the same as free expression; they are violations of dignity.
The way forward is not to silence voices, but to promote respect, reject harassment, and recognize that freedom without responsibility can lead to abuse.
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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk and Its Impact on America
Many people remember September 11, 2001 — a day that changed America forever. Now, September 10, 2025, will also be etched into history.
On that day, a sniper shot and killed Charlie Kirk in Utah. But this was not only an attack on a man — it was an attack on the very foundations of the United States: democracy, freedom of speech, and the core American values that millions cherish.
Former President Donald Trump said in a speech afterward:
“The assassin tried to silence Charlie with a bullet, but he failed. We will ensure that his voice, his message, and his legacy will live on for countless generations.”
Paradoxically, the attempt to silence Kirk has amplified his voice. His message now resonates louder than ever before.
A Pattern of Violence
This is not the first act of political violence against conservative figures. Donald Trump himself survived an assassination attempt last year. Congressman Steve Scalise was shot. A man armed with a rifle went to Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s home. Rand Paul was violently attacked by a neighbor, breaking his ribs.
Even beyond politics, chaos has escalated: riots in Los Angeles, trans shooters killing children, Jewish people shot outside an embassy, and ICE agents receiving death threats so severe that they wear masks to protect their families. Elon Musk’s car was reportedly firebombed.
Social Media’s Dark Celebration
Perhaps most shocking of all were the reactions online. The Daily Mail reported on videos showing left-wing extremists openly celebrating Kirk’s death. Many said he “deserved to be shot.”
For many Americans, this response was deeply disturbing — not just because of the murder itself, but because of the apparent normalization of hate and violence on social media.
Part of a Tragic American Pattern
Kirk’s name now joins a tragic list in American history: Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King Jr., and Malcolm X — all assassinated for standing up for their beliefs.
The FBI has stated that the ammunition used in the Kirk assassination was engraved with transgender and antifascist slogans. Utah police noted that the state still has the death penalty, and prosecutors are considering its use in this case.
A Turning Point?
Charlie Kirk was the CEO of Turning Point Action, a powerful voice for conservative youth. His death raises a haunting question:
Will this be a turning point for America — or just another chapter in a growing era of political hatred?
One thing is sure: just as 9/11 changed America, 10/11 will be a date the world will remember.
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President Trump marks the 100th day of his second term, a benchmark that`s widely considered the first impression of any administration.
The milestone has its roots in the presidency of Franklin Roosevelt. Within months of taking office in 1933, he signed dozens of bills and executive orders that helped alleviate the nation`s financial crisis and set the New Deal in motion.
Trump has hit multiple records for his first 100 days in office, but the rapidity of his actions also highlights the fragility of relying on presidential actions to cement core politics. Trump has signed 142 executive orders since January 20. No one is near. Obama had 19 in 2009.
Trump left office in 2021 with an approval rate of 38%. Now, the approval rating sits at 42% in March. Biden, in contrast, capped off his first 100 days with an approval rating of 53%. Biden left office with an approval rating of 42%.
Speaker Mike Johnson said Trump has achieved more in 100 days than most presidents in their lifetime. Gingrich said Trump could be among the most consequential figures since the U.S. founding.
On the other side, the Democrats said Trump is failing in round two, and they still want to resist his agenda. Chuck Schumer said it`s been 100 days of hell under Trump. 100 days of hell for the American families. For the economy, and for the Democracy.
He also said that the start of Donald Trump`s second term has been the worst start of any president in modern times.
No matter what people believe, the future will judge him anyway, and money talks. The problems started a long time ago, and the problem is not Trump. He is in the Oval Office because of all the troubles.
The markets are rocky, and it will probably continue to be so for a while. A New World Order is on the way, and you cannot come through this without disruptions. Despite all this, Trump continues to do what he believes in.
One of the biggest problems is inflation. It`s low under Trump but was sky high under Biden. Inflation accelerated notably under Biden. In 2021, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) began to rise sharply, and it peaked at 9,1% in June 2022 (the highest in four decades).
Now, under Trump, the inflation is down to 2,4%, indicating that earlier pressures were easing.
But are we gonna blame Biden for this, and give Trump cred? While the most pronounced inflation occurred during Biden`s presidency, its origins are multifaceted, involving pandemic-era policies from both administrations, global supply issues, and geopolitical tensions.
Thus, attributing the inflation surge solely to one president oversimplifies a complex economic situation.
Under Trump, drug prices are down. The drop in the price was the largest ever recorded. Gasoline prices are down 7% since Trump took office. Energy prices are down 2%. Egg prices are down about 50% since Trump took office.
These price declines are in contrast to the persistently high inflation under President Biden, which reached the highest annual rate in the past 40 years. After suffering for years under the Biden Administration’s inflation, consumers are now getting welcome relief. On Biden`s watch, grocery prices rose 23%, and energy prices rose 34%.
Real average hourly earnings for middle- and low-income workers are up since Trump took office. The automotive sector is growing under Trump. Mortgage rates have declined, and Industrial production was at the seventh-highest monthly level ever recorded in March.
Since the beginning of the Trump Administration, at least $5 trillion in new investment in the U.S. has been pledged from both foreign governments and private companies.
Upon taking office, President Trump immediately blocked all unfinalized Biden-era rules, saving Americans over $180 billion – $2.100 per family of four over the next decade, and launched a bold, multi-agency effort to roll back existing federal regulations that drive up the cost of living. The combined savings from all of Trump’s actions equal just over $900 billion or nearly $11.000 per family of four over the coming decade.
President Trump has created 345,000 jobs since taking office in January. 188,000 (54%) of these were non-government and government-adjacent sectors. This is a dramatic improvement from the last two years of the Biden Administration, when three-fourths of all new jobs were in government or government-adjacent sectors.
Elon Musk also said that he would spend less time on DOGE and focus on Tesla, as the 130-day clock on his appointment as a «special government employee» runs down. «The DOGE team has made a lot of progress in addressing waste and fraud,» Musk said.
In an interview with Time, Trump called DOGE a «very big success.» «We found hundreds of billions of dollars of waste, fraud, and abuse,» he said. «It`s a scam. It`s illegal, in my opinion, so much of the stuff that we found, but I think DOGE has been a big success from that standpoint.»
As Musk steps down, DOGE`s work continues, but it`s too early to say what the long-term impact of DOGE will have on the federal government. Trump`s order gives the temporary DOGE organization a deadline of July 4, 2026, to accomplish its goals.
Musk said he will spend a day or two a week on government work. Trump is finished with the first 100 days of this second term, and will continue to work 100% for only $1. This is how he`s saving Americans. Will Trump`s revolution succeed? To be continued……
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