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David Sirota

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David Sirota

Founder, owner, and editor-in-chief of The Lever, David is also an Oscar-nominated writer and worked as Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign speechwriter.

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In a split screen image, Donald Trump on the left, Josh Shapiro on the right.

Why Did Trump Rush To Pass The Tax Cut Bill?

David Sirota

Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, left, speaks on stage with fellow candidate Comptroller Brad Lander at his primary election party in New York.

National Politics

Who’s Afraid Of Zohran Mamdani?

David Sirota

Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks at his primary election party on June 25, 2025, in New York.

Zohran Mamdani: “This Is The Heart Of The Battle For The Future Of The Democratic Party”

David Sirota

In a composite image, Zohran Mamdani is seen in front of New York City’s Brooklyn Bridge.

Analysis

Zohran Mamdani’s Mandate Is A Democratic Earthquake

Evelyn Quartz, David Sirota

President Donald Trump speaks from the White House after the U.S. military bombed Iran, as Vice President Vance, Secretary of State Rubio, and Defense Secretary Hegseth stand behind him.

Can Trump’s War Be Stopped?

David Sirota, Ariella Markowitz

The leading Democratic candidates for New York City mayor, assemblyman Zohran Mamdani and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.

New York City Is About To Decide Democrats’ Future

David Sirota, Natalie Bettendorf

How To End Democrats’ Civil War

National Politics

How To End Democrats’ Civil War

David Sirota

President Donald Trump participates in a border security briefing in Yuma, Arizona.

The Trump Era’s Trade-Offs

David Sirota

President Donald Trump pauses as he speaks, seated at his desk in the Oval Office.

National Politics

How To Combat America’s Culture-Warrior-In-Chief

David Sirota

The Lever Wins The 2025 National Press Club Award

Media

The Lever Wins The 2025 National Press Club Award

David Sirota