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Posted on 05/06/2026 5:35:18 PM PDT by MinorityRepublican
Former President Barack Obama and outgoing "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert took turns singing the praises of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during their interview Tuesday night.
During a prerecorded interview that aired Tuesday from the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Colbert spoke with Obama about the direction of the Democratic Party, specifically regarding the ongoing rift between the liberal and the progressive wings of the party.
"So you have great leaders. You have people like (Virginia Governor) Abigail Spanberger and (New Jersey Governor) Mikie Sherrill, very centrist. But then you have further left, like AOC and Zohran Mamdani," Colbert said, sparking cheers from his audience after name-dropping the self-described democratic socialists.
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And when they talk about that Nazi in Maine....
They really cream their jeans.
These people are certifiable.
> Obama, Colbert gush over Zohran Mamdani <
I guess the elites gushing over Stalin is still off-limits.
For now, anyway.
regarding the ongoing rift between the liberal and the progressive wings of the party.
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Liberal vs. Progressive Wings of the Democratic Party
In the U.S. Democratic Party, liberals and progressives represent different ideological and strategic approaches, though both are part of the party’s left flank.
Liberals
Modern American liberalism, rooted in the New Deal, New Frontier, and Great Society eras, emphasizes pragmatic, incremental reform and a balance between social progress and fiscal responsibility Wikipedia+1. Liberals tend to support key Democratic achievements like the Affordable Care Act, expanded LGBT rights, and federal hate crime protections, but often frame policy changes in terms of electability and bipartisan appeal factually.co. They are more likely to back candidates who can win elections while advancing progressive goals, and they often align with centrist or establishment-aligned organizations. In 2026, liberal candidates include figures like Kat Abughazaleh, who are described as electability-focused and center-left factually.co.
Progressives
Progressives are the insurgent, left-leaning faction that pushes for bold systemic change, often on single-payer healthcare, criminal justice reform, or even abolitionist policies factually.co. They are typically backed by grassroots coalitions, labor unions, and national progressive networks such as the Congressional Progressive Caucus and Bernie Sanders’ campaign infrastructure News Talk 105.9 WMAL+1. Progressive candidates like Zohran Mamdani, Juliana Stratton, and Julie Gonzales are seen as challenging the party’s center and advocating for more radical policy shifts factually.co. They often prioritize ideological purity and mobilizing base voters over electoral pragmatism.
Policy and Strategy Differences
Liberals: Focus on achievable reforms, coalition-building across the party, and maintaining electoral competitiveness.
Progressives: Seek transformative change, often through primary challenges, and may be willing to risk electoral losses to push ideological boundaries News Talk 105.9 WMAL+1.
Current Tensions
The liberal wing has criticized the Democratic establishment for sidelining more progressive candidates in primaries, arguing that endorsements favor electability over ideological strength News Talk 105.9 WMAL. Conversely, progressives see establishment support as a way to expand their influence and push the party leftward, as seen in recent primary upsets like Liban Mohamed’s in Utah Newsweek.
In summary: Liberals are the pragmatic, reform-minded core of the party’s left, while progressives are the activist, ideologically driven challengers. Their rivalry shapes the party’s direction, with liberals aiming to keep the party electable and progressives pushing for deeper transformation.
Why can’t these 2 idiots move to NY City? Show us that you REALLY care!
Pukefest 2026!
Colbert lives on Sullivans Island, SC near Charleston. The median home price is like 5 million dollars. Maybe Steve should try living in NYC for awhile.
These people are selfish, delusional, and dangerous Marxist ideologues.
Both are dumbasses. It’s easy for any ass clown to identify problems.
Any dumbass running for office would want citizens to have affordable housing. The challenge is offering viable solutions.
“...and fiscal responsibility”
There is no such thing in the federal behemoth regardless of party affiliation. To run up the debt up to $40 trillion takes teamwork within the Uniparty.
Obummer is the devil’s earthling who will never shut his lying, deceitful anti-Christian mouth. He’s evil and will NEVER STFU.
He’s the demoncrat president, hates America and hates One Nation Under God with a vengeance.
BKMK
Absolutely hilarious.
Obama on the Colbert show singing the praise of a New York Democrat.
Say what you want about Bill Maher but he ain’t delusional enough to think a New York Democrat like Mandami nor a Cali Democrat like Newscum can succeed on the national stage.
Barry’s two victories can be summed up in two words, McCain and Romney.
Bubba and Barry were smart enough to do the ‘ol okey doke.
Bubba with Sister Souljah and Barry with gay marriage which he was against before he was for it.
Just wait. It won’t be long before they’re claiming Pol Pot was on the right track.
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https://youtube.com/shorts/YcKYdat3eU8?si=l-yqNqL8W5fRplmr
This is how it should go on the late shows. Fun to watch.
/HURL
Evil demons.
I didn’t see any “great leaders” in that group they were talking about; only some real losers.
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