Joy Behar Defends Democratic Socialism After 3 Mamdani-Backed Candidates Win New York Primaries
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Updated · Fox News · Jun 25
Joy Behar Defends Democratic Socialism After 3 Mamdani-Backed Candidates Win New York Primaries
2 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 25
Summary
On ABC's "The View," Joy Behar said she was "not scared" of democratic socialism, arguing Social Security, unemployment insurance and basic public services already reflect it in practice.
Three Mamdani-endorsed congressional candidates had just won New York Democratic primaries, turning the segment into a debate over whether the mayor's growing clout is pulling Democrats leftward.
Alyssa Farah Griffin warned the victories elevated "left-wing extremists" at moderates' expense and could hurt Democrats' chances of retaking the House in 2026.
Sunny Hostin countered that Mamdani has become a "kingmaker" and that the Democratic Socialists of America is now a force in New York politics, while Whoopi Goldberg said the real test will come in November.