Mamdani’s Media Man in Conversation with David Axelrod

Meet Morris Katz, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s 26-year-old wunderkind campaign media strategist. How did he do it, what is the future of progressive populism, and why did his grandfather use him to pick up dates? In conversation with David Axelrod. 

Lunch served.

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Friday, March 27, 2026

12:30 - 1:45 pm CT

Ida Noyes Third Floor Theatre