affordability agenda
Coverage of affordability agenda in the Nexus archive.
- Aipac rebuffed as Mamdani-backed candidates sweep NYC Democratic primaries
Three congressional candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primaries, defeating opponents including an incumbent and a five-term representative. The victories highlighted divisions over Israel-Palestine policy, with one winner criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza while defeating an Aipac-backed candidate.
- Op-Ed | Building housing faster is an investment in New York’s communities
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's initiatives aim to reduce housing construction delays by a year, accelerating economic benefits for New York communities. The Highbridge development in the South Bronx, a $335 million project, has already injected $23 million into the local economy and created 350-400 jobs, with workers spending $35,000 weekly at local businesses.
- AI boom tests GOP’s midterm affordability pitch as price pain spreads
Republicans' campaign promises to lower costs ahead of the 2026 midterms are being challenged by an AI-driven chip shortage, which is driving up consumer prices and undermining their affordability agenda. Tech industry reports highlight that 70% of high-end memory chips now go to data centers, constraining supply and increasing prices for everyday goods.