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Progressives prevail in Colorado
Progressives in Colorado scored a number of key victories Tuesday night, including Democratic Socialists of America-aligned candidate Melat Kiros’ defeat of Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) in the state’s…
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24mThe socialist wave washes over Colorado
The Daily Kickoff explores rising far-left momentum in Colorado primaries, U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts in Doha, and deepening divisions within the Democratic Party regarding military aid and support for Israel.
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7mTop Democrats won’t commit to supporting Israel’s security in party platform
Several House Democrats, including in leadership and top progressives, remain divided or notably noncommittal over whether Israel’s right to exist in safety and security should continue to be a policy position of the Democratic Party moving forward. The official 2024 Democratic Party Platform, released by the DNC for former President Joe Biden and former Vice... <a href="">Read More</a>
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8mBruce Pearl won’t commit to backing JD Vance in 2028 unless the VP breaks from Tucker Carlson
Bruce Pearl, the veteran Auburn University men’s basketball coach, said that Vice President JD Vance needs to “make a decision” about his continued association with far-right commentator Tucker Carlson, warning that his support of Vance’s expected 2028 presidential bid will be contingent on the vice president severing ties with the antisemitic podcaster. The former Auburn... <a href="">Read More</a>
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Democratic leaders brush off Avila Chevalier's posts praising communism, say she's changed
Asked about New York City congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier’s reported past comments supporting communism, House Democratic leaders suggested this week that she had changed and moderated her views. CNN reported earlier this week that Avila Chevalier had repeatedly shared on a now-deleted Twitter account sympathetic posts about communism, Marxism and Soviet figures including revolutionary... <a href="">Read More</a>
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2mTop Appropriations Democrat Rosa DeLauro says she’ll reject AIPAC support
Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), the ranking Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee, said she’ll no longer accept support from AIPAC, a major break with the pro-Israel group by one of the key power players in the House. As the top Democrat on the Appropriations Committee, in line to again be the committee chair if Democrats... <a href="">Read More</a>