The Democratic Socialist Giving Democrats Heartburn

Wall Street Journal: “Avila Chevalier is at the forefront of a shocking blitz by Democratic socialists that has upended Democratic politics. She was one of three New York congressional candidates who won their Democratic primaries after receiving Mamdani’s endorsement. Her victory startled party leaders more than the others. She usurped a five-term incumbent and chairman of the Hispanic Congressional Caucus who had built a well-oiled political machine in a district covering upper Manhattan and parts of the Bronx.”

“Democratic strategists said her win signaled voters’ openness to supporting controversial candidates as long as they are viewed as bucking the system.”

Said former Obama aide Patrick Gaspard: “This is no longer a left-versus-right moment. It’s an outsider-versus-insider moment in our politics. Too many people are feeling as if systems are rigged against them and the people they have elected to these seats are way too comfortable and cozy.”