NY Post’s ‘Red Apple’ Cover Roasts Socialist Zoya Mamdani’s Victory
The New York Post, a Murdoch-owned tabloid known for its bold headlines, has ignited backlash with its latest cover taking aim at socialist congressional winner Zoya Mamdani. The provocative front page features a bright red apple (a nod to NYC’s symbol) overlaid with a hammer and sickle, alongside the punny headline: “On your Marx, get set Zo.”
Satire or Fear-Mongering? Reactions Split
The cover has drawn sharp criticism from progressives, who accuse the Post of reducing Mamdani’s policies to “radical Marxism.” Supporters argue her platform—Medicare for All, free college, and police reform—reflects mainstream progressive goals, not extremism.
Post editor Stephen Lynch defended the cover as satire: “New Yorkers have a sense of humor. If the shoe fits…” Conservatives, including Fox News’ Tucker Carlson, amplified the narrative, calling Mamdani’s win a “dangerous shift” toward socialism.
Why Mamdani’s Win Matters
At 29, Mamdani is the youngest woman ever elected to Congress from New York and ran a corporate-free, grassroots campaign akin to Bernie Sanders and AOC. Her victory signals a growing progressive wave among young, diverse voters.
Yet the Post’s Cold War-esque imagery (the “Red Apple”) taps into lingering anti-communist sentiment, framing her policies as a threat to capitalism—a tactic critics call misleading.
Clapbacks and Viral Moments
Mamdani fired back on social media, posting a photo biting into an apple with the caption: “Crunchy, juicy, and full of revolutionary potential. Thanks for the free publicity, @NYPost!” Her campaign plans to hand out apples at her rally, turning the jab into a rallying cry.
Progressives like AOC condemned the cover: “When women of color win, the establishment panics.” Meanwhile, conservatives doubled down, with Carlson warning of “Marxist infiltration.”
Media Polarization and What’s Next
The Post’s cover reflects America’s deepening political divide, where progressive wins are either celebrated or vilified. For Mamdani, the challenge is translating momentum into policy—while navigating media caricatures.
One thing’s clear: The Post may have unintentionally boosted her profile. As history shows, progressives often thrive when underestimated.
Was the NY Post’s cover fair satire or fear-mongering? Share your thoughts below.
— NextMinuteNews Team
