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DSA Demands Tisch's Firing After ICE Shooting, Testing Mamdani's Socialist Base
politics1 day ago

DSA Demands Tisch's Firing After ICE Shooting, Testing Mamdani's Socialist Base

The New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is demanding that Mayor Zohran Mamdani fire Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch following a violent ICE shooting in the Bronx. The incident, which occurred on October 8, involved ICE agents shooting Oscar Belgal, a 28-year-old man with a prior criminal record, while his five-year-old son was in the car. The DSA has called for the disbanding of the NYPD's Strategic Response Group and the expulsion of ICE from the city. Mamdani has refused to fire Tisch, stating that the NYPD was not involved in the initial shooting, though he has promised a review of the 24-hour period following the incident. This marks the first major public clash between the mayor and the DSA, a group that was instrumental in his election victory.

via New York Post|
#democratic-socialists-of-america#ice#jessica-tisch
Texas Socialists Build Grassroots Power Through Local Food Cooperatives
politics5 days ago

Texas Socialists Build Grassroots Power Through Local Food Cooperatives

The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is expanding its influence in Texas through community-based initiatives like food cooperatives, rather than relying solely on high-profile electoral victories. While national polls show rising acceptance of socialism, DSA members in Texas focus on local economic structures to build long-term political power. This grassroots approach contrasts with the organization's national electoral strategy, which has faced criticism for neglecting mass protest movements. The movement's success in Texas depends on sustaining local engagement despite the broader party's focus on winning congressional seats in the 2026 midterms.

via AP News|
#2026-midterms#democratic-socialists-of-america#food-cooperatives
AOC’s Upstate Tour Sparks Chant Controversy Amid 2028 Speculation
politics15 days ago

AOC’s Upstate Tour Sparks Chant Controversy Amid 2028 Speculation

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s recent tour of upstate New York drew significant attention for a 'Students vs. Billionaires' event at Cornell University, where hosts led a crowd of approximately 2,000 in chanting 'from the river to the sea.' While the visit was officially aimed at boosting midterm voter turnout, it also served as a test of her appeal outside New York City. The event highlighted tensions between progressive activists and moderate Democrats, with AOC defending the gathering as a response to censorship. Meanwhile, her campaign continues to weigh a potential 2028 run for the Senate or presidency, with recent polling showing mixed national sentiment toward the Democratic Socialists of America.

via Fox News|
#2028-election#alexandria-ocasio-cortez#cornell-university
AOC's Upstate Tour Tests 2028 Ambitions Amid Midterm Push
politics15 days ago

AOC's Upstate Tour Tests 2028 Ambitions Amid Midterm Push

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is touring upstate New York to boost Democratic turnout for the 2026 midterms, while simultaneously testing her appeal for a potential 2028 Senate or presidential run. Her stops in Buffalo and Ithaca included meetings with local officials and a town hall that drew controversy over anti-Israel chants. While she claims focus on House reelection, her activities suggest a broader strategic expansion beyond New York City.

via New York Post|
#2026-midterm-elections#alexandria-ocasio-cortez#democratic-socialists-of-america
Chamber of Commerce Launches 20-State Bus Tour to Counter Rising Socialist Support
politics24 days ago

Chamber of Commerce Launches 20-State Bus Tour to Counter Rising Socialist Support

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has launched a six-week, 20-state bus tour called the 'Free Enterprise Express' to promote capitalist policies and oppose socialist candidates ahead of the November 3 elections. The initiative, described as a multiyear, nine-figure effort, aims to counter growing support for democratic socialism, particularly among younger voters and in competitive House and Senate races. While the tour primarily supports Republican candidates, it also includes a few pro-capitalist Democrats. The Chamber acknowledges rising economic anxieties but argues that free markets, not government intervention, are the best solution for prosperity and opportunity.

via The Washington Post|
#2026-midterm-elections#democratic-socialists-of-america#free-enterprise-express
El-Sayed’s Moderation Bid Complicated by Socialist Ties in Michigan Senate Race
politics1 month ago

El-Sayed’s Moderation Bid Complicated by Socialist Ties in Michigan Senate Race

Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed’s bid for the U.S. Senate is under intensified scrutiny over ties to socialist figures and controversial religious leaders, even as he insists he is not a socialist and seeks a more moderate image; Republicans highlight these associations to frame him as far-left, while his campaign notes rivals’ own controversies and argues El-Sayed is distancing himself from the left‑wing orbit.

via Fox News|
#abdul-el-sayed#democratic-socialists-of-america#hasan-piker
Dems Block Plan to Lock SCOTUS at Nine Justices
politics1 month ago

Dems Block Plan to Lock SCOTUS at Nine Justices

House Democrats voted 212-206 to kill a proposed constitutional amendment that would lock the Supreme Court at nine justices, a move critics say would curb expansion and tie Democrats to the Democratic Socialists of America; the measure would require a two-thirds vote to pass and faces slim prospects in the Senate, while the nine-seat makeup has stood since 1869 and discussions about expanding the court persist among some lawmakers.

via New York Post|
#constitutional-amendment#court-packing#democratic-socialists-of-america
House backs Crank’s nonbinding condemnation of socialism in a messaging vote
politics1 month ago

House backs Crank’s nonbinding condemnation of socialism in a messaging vote

The House passed Rep. Jeff Crank’s non-binding resolution condemning socialism, including the Democratic Socialists of America, 220-192 with two present. Republicans supported it; Democrats opposed. The measure also advocates for the SAVE America Act and is largely viewed as a partisan messaging move rather than a substantive policy change.

via Colorado Public Radio|
#democratic-socialists-of-america#house-of-representatives#jeff-crank
politics1 month ago

Progressives take the Fox News stage, embracing scrutiny and reach

Progressive figures and groups are increasingly appearing on Fox News to reach conservative audiences, using tough interviews to boost visibility and test messaging. Abdul El-Sayed’s primetime exchange with Jesse Watters illustrates a new, more combative approach on the network, while other progressives have faced missteps that can be weaponized by critics. Analysts say such appearances can broaden the left’s reach if candidates stay prepared, lean into core themes, and balance tough questions with a relatable, substantive message.

via Politico|
#abdul-el-sayed#democratic-socialists-of-america#fox-news
politics1 month ago

Hochul relies on Mamdani’s left-leaning pull for reelection

Gov. Kathy Hochul says NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani will campaign for her reelection, aiming to mobilize the young, left-leaning base that propelled him to City Hall while managing potential backlash from Jewish voters and the business community. Their working relationship has yielded state support for New York City initiatives, including expanded no-cost childcare, and Hochul defended backing a surcharge on high-cost second homes. The move signals a broader, big-tent strategy to boost down-ballot Democratic turnout amid intra-party tensions and a push to flip House seats this fall.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#democratic-socialists-of-america#kathy-hochul
Florida Dems' Socialist Clash Exposes Party Rift
politics1 month ago

Florida Dems' Socialist Clash Exposes Party Rift

Florida's new Democratic Senate nominee Angie Nixon and state party chair Nikki Fried engaged in a heated exchange over Nixon's ties to the Democratic Socialists of America and the role of socialism in campaigning in a red-leaning state, signaling a fault line between the party's progressive base and its establishment as they grapple with messaging and coordination ahead of a bid to unseat Republican Sen. Ashley Moody.

via Axios|
#angie-nixon#democratic-socialists-of-america#florida-democrats
politics1 month ago

Nixon Upset Triggers Florida Dems to Regroup and Rethink Strategy

Progressive Angie Nixon’s primary upset over Alexander Vindman has Florida Democrats scrambling about whether she can win a general election against GOP Sen. Ashley Moody, her fundraising for down-ballot races, and how her DSA ties and Israel policy will play with key blocs like Latino and Jewish voters. Supporters tout her energizing, fighter persona as a path to turnout, while critics warn her positions could hinder cross-coalition gains and electability in a state with a large Republican margin and diverse electorate.

via Politico|
#angie-nixon#democratic-socialists-of-america#democrats