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politics24 days ago•4 min saved

DSA-backed slate claims NYC House seats, signaling a leftward shift

New York City Democrats led by Mayor Mamdani swept key House primaries with a Democratic-Socialist slate, unseating Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the 13th, defeating Rep. Dan Goldman in the 10th, and helping Claire Valdez win the 7th to replace Rep. Velázquez. Lander, a Mamdani ally, also won in a race spotlighting Israel/Gaza policy; Cait Conley won a Hudson Valley primary against Rep. Lawler. The results underscore rising influence of the DSA and foreshadow intra-party tensions ahead of midterms and the 2028 race.

via The Washington Post|

#congress #democratic-socialists #israel-policy

politics24 days ago•10 min saved

Lander Wins NY-10 Democratic Primary, Expands Progressive Wing

Brad Lander is projected to defeat incumbent Dan Goldman in New York’s 10th Congressional District Democratic primary, powered by a progressive coalition led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and endorsements from Bernie Sanders. Lander campaigned to the left of Goldman, advocating Medicare for All, abolishing ICE, housing expansion, and pausing U.S. aid to Israel, framing Goldman as too moderate. The race, in one of the most Jewish districts, also served as a proxy fight over Israel policy and U.S. support, with Goldman backed by House leadership and AIPAC. Lander’s win signals growing momentum for progressive challengers in New York politics.

via HuffPost|

#brad-lander #dan-goldman #israel-policy

politics24 days ago•381 min saved

Lander tops Goldman in NY-10 primary, signaling Dem intra-party divisions

NBC News projects Brad Lander has won the NY-10 Democratic nomination, defeating incumbent Dan Goldman in a vote shaped by divisions over Israel and backed by a Progressive coalition led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Goldman, once seen as a rising star after his role in Trump impeachment proceedings, faced strong opposition on Israel policy and other issues, making him the fifth U.S. House incumbent to lose a primary in 2026. Lander’s victory positions him to carry the district in the general election amid a broader shake-up within the Democratic Party.

via NBC News|

#brad-lander #dan-goldman #democratic-primary

politics1 month ago•11 min saved

June primaries test Democrats' path: electability vs. progressive stances

June’s slate of Democratic primaries across six states will reveal whether the party sticks to electability in key House battlegrounds or shifts toward a more progressive posture on Israel, Gaza, and immigration, with Maine, Colorado, New York and Nevada illustrating intra-party divisions as donors and advocacy groups shape candidates for November.

via Politico|

#2026-elections #democrats #electability

politics2 months ago•5 min saved

Slotkin Signals Openness to 2028 Bid, Calls for a New Generation

Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin declined to rule out a 2028 presidential bid at POLITICO’s Global Security Summit, saying voters want a ‘new generation’; she’s keeping a spreadsheet of about 30 potential contenders and suggested a governor could strengthen the ticket as Democrats navigate Israel policy and security issues.

via Politico|

#2028-bid #israel-policy #national-security

politics2 months ago•12 min saved

Abe Foxman: A blunt, warm voice that shaped Jewish public life

Obituary for Abe Foxman, the long‑time ADL leader who died at 86, highlighting his five‑decade tenure steering the ADL, his Holocaust‑born life story, and his blend of sharp political critique with personal warmth. The piece recalls his accessibility and candor with leaders and journalists, his stance on Israel policy and U.S. politics—from criticizing Obama to endorsing Biden in 2020, through later warnings about Netanyahu’s judicial changes and Biden’s Gaza policy—and his enduring influence on American Jewish life, including his weekly Shabbat greetings. Foxman is survived by his wife Golda, son Ariel, daughter Michelle, and four grandchildren.

via The Forward|

#abe-foxman #adl #antisemitism

politics3 months ago•10 min saved

Democratic 2028 hopefuls steer away from AIPAC as Israel debate heats up

Democrats eyeing the 2028 White House bid are distancing themselves from AIPAC as liberal voters grow wary of Israel policy; Cory Booker has sworn off AIPAC money, Gavin Newsom says he never took it, and Ruben Gallego vows not to accept it, among others who have dodged the group or criticized its influence. AIPAC and its allies push back, arguing it will still back pro-Israel voices, but the retreat signals a potential primary flashpoint as Israel and Gaza policy reshapes the Democratic field.

via Politico|

#2028-elections #aipac #democrats

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Biden's Michigan Dilemma: The Impact of His Gaza Stance"

President Biden's support for Israel in the war in Gaza has sparked anger within the Democratic Party, leading to a movement in Michigan urging Democrats to vote "uncommitted" against him in the upcoming primary election. With a large Arab American population, politically active college campuses, and growing support for the Palestinian cause in the state, there are concerns that this discontent could have lasting effects into the general election, potentially impacting Biden's chances in 2024.

via The New York Times|

#democratic-primary #gaza #israel-policy

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Biden Campaign Faces Opposition from Arab American Leaders During Michigan Visit"

President Biden's reelection campaign team faced a chilly reception in Michigan's Dearborn area, as some Arab American leaders declined to meet with them due to anger over the administration's Israel policy. The visit exposed a growing rift between the White House and key groups in a critical swing state, with community leaders expressing frustration and disappointment over the president's support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas. The Biden campaign insists that the visit was part of ongoing dialogue with core constituency groups, but the reception in Dearborn highlights the political tensions in Michigan and the challenge Biden faces in winning back support in the key state.

via The Associated Press|

#arab-american #biden #campaign

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Fetterman Opens Up About Mental Health Fears and Political Future

Senator John Fetterman is being compared to Senator Kyrsten Sinema due to their unique personal styles and perceived contrarian approaches, but the comparison falls short upon closer examination. Fetterman's stance on Israel aligns with most Democrats, despite his blunt style, and his views on immigration reform reflect mainstream Democratic concerns without advocating for extreme measures. Unlike Sinema, who has notably broken with her party on key issues and left the Democratic Party, Fetterman has not actively sought to thwart his party's agenda and has supported eliminating the filibuster. The true test of any similarity to Sinema will only be evident if Democrats regain a trifecta and Fetterman's actions then align with or obstruct the party's goals.

via Business Insider|

#democratic-party #israel-policy #john-fetterman