They flew to New York to help Mamdani – now they want to bring the hope to LA

Activists in Los Angeles say the energy from the Hollywood strikes has been reignited by the success of the mayor-elect

While the excitement for mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has radiated through New York, his win has also energized young activists across the country - particularly some in Los Angeles, who flew to the east coast to canvass for Mamdani and now want to bring their experiences westward.

Standing near the poll site at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Neda Davarpanah - a screenwriter and actor based in Los Angeles - was inspired by Mamdani's campaign for mayor so she flew out to New York in late October to canvass on the Upper East Side.