Illinois Primaries Deliver a Major Setback for Squad-Backed Progressives
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Illinois Democratic primaries delivered a major setback for Squad-backed progressives, with AIPAC-backed and allied PACs backing moderates who won key races (e.g., Daniel Biss in the 9th, Melissa Bean in the 8th, La Shawn Ford in the 7th) and Robert Peters finishing far behind in the 2nd, signaling a boost for party leadership and a cautionary tale for insurgent Democrats nationwide.
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