Opinion | The Rise of the Democratic Socialists
They’re taking over big cities and bidding for gains in Congress. Source link
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Transcript: Democratic Rep. Jason Crow on
The following is the transcript of the interview with Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado that aired on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on June 21, 2026. MARGARET BRENNAN: Welcome back to Face the Nation. We go now to Colorado Democratic Congressman Jason Crow. Happy Father’s Day to you. REPRESENTATIVE JASON CROW (D-CO): Thanks, … Read more
Democratic socialism in the midst of a U.S. revival
Democratic socialism appears to be on the rise in the U.S. The progressive ideology gained prominence when New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani took office. Now, more candidates seem to be gaining momentum in major U.S. cities. Nikole Killion reports. Source link
Opinion | California’s Democratic Civil War Over the Wealth Tax
Unions quietly fight over the November referendum, while Gov Newsom looks to buy off the SEIU. Source link
Maryland Senate president faces primary after snubbing Democratic redistricting effort
BALTIMORE — Front stoops in Baltimore’s historic south and southeast neighborhoods are usually decorated for spring with seasonal flowers, string lights and banners supporting the Baltimore Orioles. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. But in the last few months, residents have added new accessories to their … Read more
Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor rises
WASHINGTON — As Janeese Lewis George paves a path to the mayor’s office in Washington, D.C., she’s told voters they could have it all. Her unapologetically expansive, left-wing agenda includes subsidized or even free childcare, increased down payment assistance for homebuyers and community resources to reduce crime, plus a promise to aggressively confront President Donald … Read more
Why Democratic Socialism movement is growing in major U.S. cities
CBS News projects Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George will win the Washington, D.C., mayoral primary. CBS News’ Fin Gómez has more. Source link
Rep. Adriano Espaillat facing Mamdani-backed challenger in New York Democratic primary
Democratic Rep. Adriano Espaillat of New York is facing a primary challenger from his left, who is endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Political strategists Erin Maguire and Chuck Rocha join with analysis. Source link
Janeese Lewis George projected to win D.C. Democratic primary for mayor, defeating Kenyan McDuffie
Washington — Janeese Lewis George has won the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C., CBS News has projected, putting the democratic socialist on track to lead local government in the nation’s capital — as President Trump warns a victory by Lewis George could lead him to take over the city. Lewis George’s biggest rival, … Read more
Socialist Surge: Mamdani flexes growing political muscle as he takes on Democratic Party establishment
Dems divided over progressive push as Mamdani defends far-left House candidate Political strategists Meghan Hays and Luke Ball debate the Democratic Party’s perceived shift toward the progressive left. They analyze Sen. Bernie Sanders’ significant influence on the party’s direction, including his endorsements of socialist candidates like Darializa Avila Chevalier, whose controversial social media posts spark … Read more