In the 2025 election, voters turned out in significant numbers for the Democratic Party, with economic issues heavily influencing their choices at the polls.

Tuesday marked a landmark victory for Zohran Mamdani, who has been elected as New York City’s first Muslim mayor. His campaign resonated with many New Yorkers through a strong focus on making the city more affordable, a promise that clearly helped secure his electoral success.

Ken Martin, Chair of the Democratic National Committee, emphasized that escalating prices were a key factor in the Democratic victories across several states, including New Jersey, Virginia, California, Georgia, and Mississippi.