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politics1 year ago

Portland City Council Elections: 10 Winners Declared, 2 Races Undecided

Ten candidates have secured seats on the Portland City Council, with two races still too close to call. The winners include former council members and candidates endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America. The election, which used a ranked-choice voting system, saw a diverse group of winners, including six women and five people of color. The new council will operate under a reformed city government structure, with significant policy-making power. More than 15,000 votes are still being counted, potentially affecting the final outcomes of the close races.

via OregonLive|
#election-results#local-government#politics
politics1 year ago

Maxine Dexter Defeats Jayapal's Sister in Oregon Primary Despite 'Squad' Endorsement

Susheela Jayapal, sister of Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal, lost the Democratic primary in Oregon's third congressional district to Maxine Dexter, despite backing from prominent progressive figures like The Squad and Bernie Sanders. Dexter, a state representative, won with 51% of the vote compared to Jayapal's 29%, raising concerns for far-left candidates nationwide. The race saw significant outside spending, with Dexter's campaign benefiting from $3 million in supportive ads. This loss highlights the challenges progressive candidates face against more moderate Democrats.

via Daily Mail|
#campaign-finance#democratic-primary#oregon
politics1 year ago

"Progressive Challengers Face Funding Hurdles in Congressional Races"

Pro-Israel lobbying groups, particularly Aipac, are expected to spend heavily to unseat progressive Democratic representatives in the 2024 congressional primaries, with candidates like Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush facing formidable challenges from well-funded opponents. The influence of pro-Israel money is evident in campaign finance reports, with Aipac earmarking significant contributions to certain challengers. Meanwhile, progressive incumbents Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib have raised substantial funds, indicating strong support for their criticism of the Israeli government's policies.

via The Guardian US|
#aipac#campaign-finance#congressional-primaries
politics2 years ago

Seattle's 2023 General Elections: Key Takeaways and Surprising Results

The 2023 general elections in Seattle have shown that big business can easily influence the City Council with relatively small amounts of money, potentially resulting in a majority of council seats being held by corporate-backed candidates. Independent Expenditure committees funded by wealthy individuals and corporations played a significant role in supporting these candidates. The elections also revealed a shift towards tough-on-crime policies, with some candidates advocating for increased police presence and punitive approaches to issues like homelessness and drug addiction. However, there were some progressive victories in Tacoma, where a Democratic Socialist candidate is leading in a City Council race, and a renter's bill of rights initiative has a good chance of passing. Additionally, the King County Council is on track to elect its first Latina and Latino members. In the school board races, all of The Stranger-endorsed candidates are currently leading, indicating a desire for competent leadership in Seattle Public Schools. Finally, the housing levy renewal is passing, but critics argue that it falls short of adequately addressing the affordable housing crisis.

via The Stranger|
#affordable-housing#city-council#general-elections
politics2 years ago

Democratic Politicians' Controversial Views on Israel and AIPAC

A bipartisan group of House Representatives passed a resolution affirming that the State of Israel is not a racist or apartheid state, despite protests from progressive Democrats who argue otherwise. The controversy began when Rep. Pramila Jayapal agreed with protesters at a progressive convention who called Israel a "racist state." While some Democrats condemned Jayapal's remarks, others, including Reps. Jamaal Bowman, Cori Bush, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Ilhan Omar, voted against the resolution. Meanwhile, Pervez Agwan, a progressive challenger to an AIPAC-endorsed incumbent Democrat in Houston, is taking a different approach by criticizing his opponent for accepting money from AIPAC and speaking out against Israel's treatment of Palestinians.

via The Intercept|
#aipac#democratic-primaries#israel
politics2 years ago

"New York Primary Races: Hudson Valley's Hottest Contenders and Live Results"

The Hudson Valley in New York is experiencing a surge in Democratic activism, with competitive primary races taking place in various cities and towns. This region, once known for swing seats and Republican strongholds, is now a hotbed of Democratic enthusiasm and diversity of views. The area has seen strong Democratic performances in recent local races, and progressive candidates are gaining traction. Factors contributing to this energy include a shifting demographic with an influx of progressives moving to the area, as well as rising housing costs and a desire for change. The primary battles in the Hudson Valley indicate that Democratic enthusiasm remains high in the region.

via POLITICO|
#democratic-activism#democratic-energy#hudson-valley