Summary
Newsweek has revived its "Conventional Wisdom" political analysis for the digital age for Election Day. This edition uses arrows to show how different political figures and ideas are currently perceived. The analysis covers various figures and trends in current U.S. politics.
Key Facts
- "Conventional Wisdom" is a political analysis tool used by Newsweek to track perceptions of political figures and ideas.
- This edition gives different political figures arrows indicating how their influence is changing.
- The New York Times is perceived as losing influence in local New York City politics.
- Zohran Mamdani, a young Democratic Socialist, ran a campaign that excited progressives but faces challenges in governance.
- Curtis Sliwa has run for NYC mayor twice, maintaining consistent branding with his red beret.
- Andrew Cuomo acknowledges the importance of social media in politics today, despite his political experience.
- Gerrymandering is affecting political competition in several states, impacting moderate members of the House.
- Sports fans are relieved that political ads will no longer interrupt their viewing experience.
