On this episode of Reaganism, Roger sits down with Jeh Johnson, former Secretary of Homeland Security in the Obama administration to discuss his reaction to the election of Zohran Mamdani in New York City. They explore some early litmus tests for the Mamdani administration including the status of NYC Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch. They explore past examples of principled leadership and lessons Mamdani can draw from past political figures like Bob Gates. The conversation ends with a discussion of the Trump administration's negotiations with Columbia and role of higher education institutions in fostering a balanced discourse, highlighting Johnson's insights on navigating political and social dynamics.