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Mamdani-backed socialist with history of anti-American rhetoric wins vicious Dem primary race
A socialist candidate with a history of anti-American rhetoric, supported by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, defeated a five-term incumbent in New York's 13th Congressional District primary. The candidate, Darializa Avila Chevalier, faced scrutiny for past statements advocating the abolition of borders, prisons, and police, as well as criticism of political figures and policies.
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