socialist candidates
Coverage of socialist candidates in the Nexus archive.
- Mike Lawler predicts voters will soundly reject radical socialist 'politics of envy' in midterms
Rep. Mike Lawler predicted voters will reject far-left candidates in the midterms, citing a rising 'politics of envy.' He aligned with President Trump's warnings about communism and socialist candidates' primary victories, emphasizing American values ahead of the 250th anniversary of independence.
- Socialist congressional candidate Melat Kiros defeats longtime Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado primary in another blow to establishment Dems
Socialist congressional candidate Melat Kiros defeated Rep. Diana DeGette in a Colorado primary. This follows similar victories by socialist and far-left candidates over establishment-backed Democrats in New York, expected to shift the House Democratic caucus further left after midterms.
- Ex-NY gov warns Dems could face extinction if they can’t thwart socialist takeover
A former New York governor and ex-state Democratic Party chairman warns the party could face extinction if it fails to mobilize voters against socialist candidates. The article highlights concerns about socialist candidates gaining influence within the Democratic Party.
- Hakeem Jeffries confronted on 'you're next' chants following NY Democratic socialist victories
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries avoided directly addressing socialist candidates chanting 'you're next' in New York Democratic primaries. He distanced himself from activist Darializa Avila Chevalier's radical views while shifting focus to criticizing President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Host Joe Kernen questioned whether the Democratic Party's inclusion of far-left candidates risks deterring voters.