# NAG19-11.15.25 - Spotlight: New York, again!

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Published: 2025-11-16T01:07:00+00:00
Episode link: https://smallbatchsteve.substack.com/p/nag19-111525-spotlight-new-york-again
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~S: Enjoy this weeks episode. With Mamdami’s win in NY I figured the hosts would be well suited to remain embedded in that region. Let us know at show@sbasp.com or whichever mode of communication you prefer if you have a region that needs a SPOTLIGHT! See the full show site at https://show.sbasp.com!Marketplace supporters: Try https://oshigood.us This show page summarizes the major political and technological events of the past week, focusing heavily on the seismic shifts in New York City politics following the recent mayoral election, alongside global developments in security, technology, and general news. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Source 1: New York City News (Mamdani Wins NYC Mayoral Race: November News Highlights) 1. Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Mayoral Election ◦ Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, 34, won the New York City mayoral race on November 4, 2025, securing approximately 50.4% of the vote against opponents Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. He is set to become the city’s first Muslim, first South Asian, first immigrant, and one of its youngest mayors. 2. Mamdani’s Victory Speech Challenges Trump ◦ In his post-election speech, Mamdani described his win as a “mandate for change” and publicly challenged Donald Trump. He restated key elements of his progressive platform, including free childcare, rent freezes, and fare-free buses. 3. Con Edison Reduces Proposed Rate Hikes ◦ Con Edison substantially reduced its previously proposed rate increases; the electric rate hike is now planned for 2.8% (down from ~11.4%), and the gas rate increase is 2% (down from ~13.3%). Local leaders in areas like Westchester, however, remain critical that any increase is too high. 4. COVID Vaccine Mandate: NYPD Job Reinstatement Offered…

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