Christina Greer

John Fugelsang, comedian and political commentator, Christina Greer, Fordham political scientist, David Gura, Bloomberg correspondent, and Alexandra Pelosi, documentary reporter, discuss Trump's push to nationalize elections. They unpack efforts to cast doubt on midterm integrity, how information ecosystems reinforce fraud beliefs, and the political and business reactions to these moves.

Sammy Sage, co-founder of Betches and author, brings cultural and generational takes. Christina Greer, Fordham political scientist, analyzes domestic politics and race. Nayara Huck, former White House and State Dept advisor, offers foreign policy and security perspective. Catherine Rampell, economics editor, breaks down energy and inflation. They discuss the Iran war costs, unclear strategy, deployments, supply vulnerabilities, and political and economic fallout.

In this discussion, guests Harry Siegel, a political analyst and editor at The City, and Dr. Christina Greer, a political science professor at Fordham, analyze Zohran Mamdani's inaugural speech. They explore Mamdani’s 'happy warrior' governing style and his ambitious commitments to rent freezes and universal childcare. The duo reflects on the challenges of translating campaign energy into effective governance, especially regarding outreach to skeptical Jewish voters. They emphasize the need for civic engagement to hold the new administration accountable and foster community involvement.

Christina Greer, a political science professor at Fordham University and co-host of FAQNYC, delves into New York City's mayoral race analysis. She discusses the impact of campaign tactics, such as the contrast between negative ads and proactive messaging. Greer highlights shifting political dynamics, with notable gains for Democrats outside NYC. She also explores the importance of inclusivity in governance and the potential for statewide support for universal childcare, encouraging collaboration with Governor Hochul.

Elizabeth Kim, a reporter specializing in New York City politics, and Christina Greer, a political science professor and author, delve into the implications of Zohran Mamdani's impressive win in the primary. They discuss the potential effects on disgraced figures like Andrew Cuomo and the changing dynamics of the mayoral race. Engaging listener reactions highlight key issues like childcare and community involvement. The conversation reveals evolving voter sentiments and emphasizes the need for fresh approaches in addressing housing concerns and uniting diverse communities.