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Why Gen Z LOVES Mamdani—but REJECTS 'Socialist' label

The Up and Up's Rachel Janfaza joins Way Too early to discuss the findings from their latest focus groups that reveals a surprising trend among Gen Z voters: while many support progressive leaders like Zohran Mamdani, virtually none identify as 'democratic socialists.' Rachel explains how young voters are driven by intense economic anxiety—juggling multiple jobs, debt, and rising costs–while feeling "one bad break away" from financial trouble. 

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