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politics19 days ago•20 min saved

Progressive Surge: Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary

Abdul El-Sayed, a 41-year-old physician and son of Egyptian immigrants, narrowly won Michigan's Democratic Senate primary after a recount, signaling a rise of the party's progressive wing. He edged establishment-backed Haley Stevens by under 15,000 votes, with support from figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The victory sets up a high-stakes November race in a swing state and leaves Democrats with the challenge of unifying the party while fending off Republican attacks amid a shifting electoral landscape.

via EL PAÍS English|

#abdul-el-sayed #democratic-primary #michigan

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

"Progressive Showdown: Latimer Challenges Bowman's Israel Stance"

George Latimer, the Westchester County executive, has announced that he will challenge Representative Jamaal Bowman in a Democratic primary next year, setting the stage for a potentially explosive contest that will test the growing Democratic divide over the war in the Middle East and the durability of the party's progressive wing. Latimer, who has deep ties to the Democratic establishment, criticized Bowman's stance on Israel and accused him of prioritizing showmanship over results. The primary battle is expected to receive significant outside spending from pro-Israel groups, and influential figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have already pledged support for Bowman.

via The New York Times|

#democratic-primary #george-latimer #israel

politics3 years ago•6 min saved

"NYC Budget Deal: Libraries Spared, Rikers Cut"

The New York City Council is set to finalize a $107 billion budget deal that restores high-profile cuts, adds new initiatives, and is slightly bigger than last year's budget. Fiscal watchdogs express concern about overcommitment and suggest saving the extra funds in the Rainy Day Fund. The budget includes funding for one year for many new programs. The deal does not include $17 million for supportive services in city jails. The city faces challenges ahead, including renegotiating contracts with organized labor and addressing the $4.3 billion cost of the migrant crisis.

via POLITICO|

#fiscal-watchdogs #new-york-city-council #nyc-budget