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Many speculate that the voting patterns, especially among young women, were influenced by populist promises—such as free grocery stores, student-friendly policies, and tax hikes on the wealthy—rather than nuanced political ideologies. One humorous analogy compared Mandani’s campaign promises to a student council president promising to eliminate homework or provide free jetpacks, illustrating how voters often engage with politics through appealing promises rather than practicality.