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local-politics29 days ago•2 min saved

DSA-backed 27-year-old clinches Providence mayoral primary

David Morales, a 27-year-old Rhode Island state representative and Democratic Socialist backed by Bernie Sanders and the DSA, won Providence's Democratic mayoral primary, defeating incumbent Brett Smiley and positioning himself to become the city’s youngest mayor; Morales ran on rent stabilization, affordable housing, sanctuary city status, and tax reform targeting polluters and landlords, while Smiley faced criticism over a large property tax increase and Israel policy; Morales will face Republican David Talan in November.

via The Guardian|

#democratic-socialism #elections #local-government

politics1 month ago•14 min saved

Darializa Avila Chevalier's insurgent bid could reshape a razor-thin House

Darializa Avila Chevalier, a 32-year-old democratic socialist who defeated the chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus in New York, is preparing to bring her activist-led approach to a potentially pivotal House with a slim majority. She advocates housing for all, abolishing ICE, and other progressive priorities, aims to build coalitions in Congress, and is navigating scrutiny over past online remarks while leveraging support from the DSA/Justice Democrats. Her path illustrates how insurgent candidates seek to translate grassroots organizing into legislative influence.

via CNN|

#democratic-socialism #immigration-ice #new-york-politics

america-actually1 month ago•27 min saved

Hasan Piker keeps the faith as progressives navigate Wisconsin and Michigan primaries

Hasan Piker argues the progressive movement isn’t dead after mixed primary results in Wisconsin and Michigan, praising the ground game and sustained momentum while acknowledging establishment consolidation. He contends electability remains a key motivator for voters and that a broader, more diverse working-class identity will define future progress for democratic socialists, even as wins remain uneven.

via vox.com|

#america-actually #democratic-socialism #electability

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Wisconsin governor primary becomes proving ground for progressives as Francesca Hong leads

In Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor, Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist from Madison, leads a four-candidate field as incumbent-backed David Crowley reenters the race and argues for electability in a swing state. Hong promotes progressive policies like universal childcare and free school meals, while rivals push different approaches, and observers note the race mirrors a broader wave of progressives; the winner will face Republican Tom Tiffany, with Democrats also eyeing control of the state Legislature. The piece also notes a Western Wisconsin CD3 race where Rebecca Cooke is backed by the DCCC, sparking intra-party tensions.

via The Guardian|

#democratic-socialism #elections #francesca-hong

politics2 months ago•8 min saved

Wisconsin's Democratic Socialist bets on unity amid past tweets

Wisconsin state Assembly member Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, leads the gubernatorial primary and faces swing-state challenges as she pursues a broad coalition to win in November. She acknowledges scrutiny of old social media posts (some she says were jokes) and has walked back or contextualized positions like police abolition, while campaigning on tangible progressive reforms (free child care, well-funded schools, taxing the rich) to win moderates and independents. She has endorsements from some national progressives but not Sanders or Omar, who say they’re focusing on federal races. Her path to defeating the Trump-backed GOP candidate may hinge on uniting a diverse electorate beyond the party’s left flank.

via Politico|

#democratic-socialism #endorsements #francesca-hong

politics2 months ago•23 min saved

Carville vows to quit Democrats if Hasan Piker leads the party

Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville says he will leave the Democratic Party if far-left streamer Hasan Piker becomes its leading voice, arguing that a broad majority of Democrats don’t share Piker’s views and that democratic socialism is dragging the party’s brand down; Piker has backed Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for 2028 as socialist influence grows and the DNC contends with debt and internal splits.

via New York Post|

#alexandria-ocasio-cortez #democratic-party #democratic-socialism

politics2 months ago•5 min saved

Carville says he'll quit the Democratic Party if Hasan Piker becomes its leading voice

Veteran strategist James Carville warned he would leave the Democratic Party if far-left streamer Hasan Piker rises to a leading voice, arguing that a large majority of Democrats fear the party’s drift toward democratic socialism as left-wing voices gain prominence.

via Fox News|

#democratic-party #democratic-socialism #hasan-piker

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Michigan's Senate primary becomes a proving ground for Democrats' leftward shift

Michigan's Democratic Senate primary has become a high-stakes test of the party's direction: establishment favorite Haley Stevens is challenging Abdul El-Sayed, who is backed by Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. El-Sayed has gained ground in polls, while Stevens enjoys robust endorsements and a record influx of pro-Israel money from AIPAC; the result could signal whether the Democratic socialist surge can translate to statewide victory and influence the party's national strategy—winning in November would bolster the leftward shift, while a Stevens win would complicate it.

via Axios|

#aipac #democratic-socialism #democrats

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Francesca Hong Surges in Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary Polls

Wisconsin state Rep. Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, leads the Democratic gubernatorial primary in recent polls (about 38% in Marquette and 44% in State Navigate), with rivals far behind and a sizable share undecided. Establishment Democrats remain divided and have not coalesced around a single alternative, and the primary winner is expected to face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in the general election.

via The Washington Post|

#democratic-primary #democratic-socialism #francesca-hong

politics2 months ago•21 min saved

Democratic socialist Francesca Hong rides momentum in Wisconsin governor race

Francesca Hong, a Wisconsin state representative and democratic socialist, is gaining traction in the state’s Democratic primary for governor in a swing-state backdrop, despite early doubts and GOP opposition. Her progressive platform—including tax surcharges on the wealthy and expanded programs—has drawn both support and controversy, with Republicans spending heavily to stop her and even Wisconsin’s outgoing governor weighing in to slow her surge. If her coalition broadens beyond liberal urban areas, her candidacy could reshape Wisconsin’s political landscape in a race Trump won twice.

via The Washington Post|

#campaigns #democratic-socialism #francesca-hong

politics2 months ago•24 min saved

Mamdani's murky working-class definition sparks questions in NYT interview

NYC's self-described democratic socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani dodged a crisp definition of the 'working class' in a New York Times interview, saying it includes anyone who must work to pay bills and those who can’t afford basic needs. When pressed about income cutoffs (hinted at around $250,000 or even $1 million), he argued the working class is the majority and should be at the heart of his policy vision, offering a broad, inclusive frame that left the reporter unconvinced about practical lines dividing different earners.

via New York Post|

#democratic-socialism #new-york-city #new-york-times

politics3 months ago•7 min saved

Democratic Socialists Face GOP ‘Red Scare’ While Expanding Local Wins

Republicans and Donald Trump label democratic socialists as communists to frame the midterm debate, but the DSAs and experts say democratic socialism differs from communism and emphasizes democratic control of policy and expanded public services. Recent wins in deep-blue cities like New York and Denver signal growing influence at local levels, though few democratic socialists hold federal seats; within the Democratic Party there's ongoing debate about embracing or resisting the movement's agenda in swing districts.

via USA Today|

#communism #democratic-socialism #democratic-socialists-of-america

politics3 months ago•6 min saved

Providence mayoral hopeful seeks NYC fundraising boost in Brooklyn

David Morales, a progressive candidate for Providence, Rhode Island mayor, is hosting a Brooklyn fundraiser to raise money for his insurgent bid against incumbent Brett Smiley, highlighting rent control and housing affordability. The event underscores New York City's central role in the national democratic socialist movement, with a wide slate of co-hosts from NYC-DSA and related circles. Morales trails in campaign cash but is gaining momentum through individual donors and high-profile support.

via Gothamist|

#democratic-socialism #fundraising #new-york-city

politics3 months ago•8 min saved

Trump labels Democrats 'godless communists' to energize voters ahead of midterms

President Trump presses a religious-right audience by labeling Democrats as 'godless communists,' signaling a broader push to frame the midterm election as a clash of ideologies and to derail leftward Democratic candidates. While Republicans push a contrast with capitalism and common sense, Democrats stress kitchen-table issues like inflation and housing costs. The leftward surge within the Democratic Party is a recurring theme, and polls show Trump’s approval dipping in battleground districts, leaving Republicans hoping to capitalize on economic concerns rather than Trump-specific topics.

via USA Today|

#democratic-socialism #democrats #economy

politics3 months ago•12 min saved

Populist Wave Redefines US Politics, Bannon Warns

Steve Bannon says the U.S. is in a transformational moment as the old political order dies, with democratic-socialist wins like Zohran Mamdani and Melat Kiros showing that grassroots canvassing can trump money. He argues Republicans must embrace populist economic policies to counter the left, while Democrats are unprepared, and foresees a 2028 shaped by AI and concentrated capital. The path to victory, he insists, is relentless, policy-driven action that empowers ordinary people and breaks up oligarchy.

via Politico|

#2026-elections #democratic-socialism #ground-game