Peter Lumaj, a former US Senate candidate and immigration attorney, left communist Albania years ago and discovered freedom in America. Recently, he expressed concerns about the ideology of New York City’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, who identifies with the far left. Lumaj cautions that such views could be a path to decline for the United States.
In a conversation on “Fox & Friends First,” Lumaj remarked, “I’ve seen this story play out before, and the ending isn’t good.” He argues that Mamdani’s push for communist ideals conflicts with American principles, as it suggests control over the economy and calls for property redistribution—ideas he believes failed in the Soviet Union.
Lumaj’s message is clear: “This is not American, and we shouldn’t let these ideas gain traction here.” Back in 2021, Mamdani participated in the Young Democratic Socialists of America’s winter meetings, emphasizing goals like “grabbing the means of production.” He spoke to the audience about the popularity of issues like student debt cancellation and universal healthcare, highlighting broader support across the nation.
Yet, there are more ambitious aims within the movement that he acknowledged, such as the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions campaign, and the ultimate goal of seizing production assets.
Lumaj, who plans to co-host a segment titled “Learning the Mamdani,” reflected on his past experiences in Albania, where he witnessed the oppressive nature of communist rule. “Socialism requires a powerful government,” he said, stressing the use of government authorities to enforce policies that he believes infringe on personal freedoms. “They took control of Albanian properties using government force—this is what’s dangerous to bring to America,” he added.
Former President Donald Trump recently criticized Mamdani, labeling him as a “100% communist madman,” intensifying his remarks against the progressive figure.
When asked if he identifies as a communist, Mamdani responded, “No, I’m not.” He noted that such accusations often divert from actual discussions about his background and stance.
