National Progressives Back Socialist Candidate in NYC Congressional Race Amid Divisive Endorsements from Justice Democrats.
The National Progressive Party, a faction of the Democratic Party, is backing socialist candidate Claire Valdez over Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso in a heated congressional race for New York's 7th District. The support from the National Progressives comes as several prominent figures within the party have endorsed Reynoso.
Valdez, a State Assembly member and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, has been backed by influential figures such as Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and City Council Members Sandy Nurse and Lincoln Restler. Her campaign promises to reject corporate PAC money and center her efforts on labor organizing, a strategy that aligns with Justice Democrats.
Justice Democrats, known for backing progressive candidates in high-profile races, have endorsed Valdez in an effort to expand its influence within the Democratic Party's left flank. The group's endorsement signals its commitment to supporting candidates who can deliver on working-class issues and challenge the party's more moderate elements.
Reynoso, a longtime ally of retiring Representative Nydia Velázquez, has also been endorsed by prominent progressive figures, including Mayor Zohran Mamdani. However, his campaign lacks the high-profile backing that Valdez enjoys from Justice Democrats.
The 7th District encompasses some of the city's most left-leaning neighborhoods in North Brooklyn and Queens. The primary is expected to be closely contested, with both candidates vying for the support of socially conscious voters.
As the election approaches, tensions between National Progressives and other factions within the party are likely to escalate, reflecting deeper divisions over the role of progressive politics and the relationship with corporate interests.
The National Progressive Party, a faction of the Democratic Party, is backing socialist candidate Claire Valdez over Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso in a heated congressional race for New York's 7th District. The support from the National Progressives comes as several prominent figures within the party have endorsed Reynoso.
Valdez, a State Assembly member and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, has been backed by influential figures such as Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and City Council Members Sandy Nurse and Lincoln Restler. Her campaign promises to reject corporate PAC money and center her efforts on labor organizing, a strategy that aligns with Justice Democrats.
Justice Democrats, known for backing progressive candidates in high-profile races, have endorsed Valdez in an effort to expand its influence within the Democratic Party's left flank. The group's endorsement signals its commitment to supporting candidates who can deliver on working-class issues and challenge the party's more moderate elements.
Reynoso, a longtime ally of retiring Representative Nydia Velázquez, has also been endorsed by prominent progressive figures, including Mayor Zohran Mamdani. However, his campaign lacks the high-profile backing that Valdez enjoys from Justice Democrats.
The 7th District encompasses some of the city's most left-leaning neighborhoods in North Brooklyn and Queens. The primary is expected to be closely contested, with both candidates vying for the support of socially conscious voters.
As the election approaches, tensions between National Progressives and other factions within the party are likely to escalate, reflecting deeper divisions over the role of progressive politics and the relationship with corporate interests.
. I mean, I love that she's talking about labor organizing and rejecting corporate cash – it's refreshing to see someone standing up for working-class folks. But at the same time, I worry that Justice Democrats are trying to muscle in on other factions within the party. It feels like they're trying to control the narrative around what being "progressive" means.
️. I mean, I get it, Claire Valdez is speaking truth to power and all that jazz 
, but at what cost? The National Progressives are essentially taking a hardline stance against corporate interests, which I think is a necessary evil in today's cutthroat politics 
. But the Justice Democrats endorsement is like a double-edged sword - on one hand, it shows their commitment to working-class issues and challenging the party's moderates, but on the other hand, it's also a move to consolidate power and further polarize the party 
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. He's got his own strengths as a candidate, but does he have the same level of charisma and star power that Valdez has right now? It's tough to say, but one thing's for sure - this primary is shaping up to be a real nail-biter 
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but at the same time I feel like this is gonna create more tension within the party 
we'll have to see how all these factions play out in the primary 
It's gonna be a tough primary and I'm not sure who's gonna come out on top...
. meanwhile, reynoso has mayor zohran mamdani on his side, which is no joke - thats some heavy weight endorsement right there 
. its gonna be interesting to see how this plays out in the primary and who ends up with the Democratic nomination... might just be a battle between progressive vs progressive 
The National Progressives backing Claire Valdez is cool, I guess. She's got some good ideas about labor organizing and all that. But at the same time, isn't this just more drama for the party? 
Can't we all just get along? 
. What do you think folks? Should we just focus on making progress and less on party politics?
... I'm just hoping we don't end up with a bunch of gridlocked lawmakers who can't even agree on what to eat for lunch 
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. I'm curious to see how this plays out in the primary - will Reynoso's more established connections give him an edge, or will Valdez's high-profile backing propel her to victory? 
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. the primary is gonna be SO close, with both sides vying for those socially conscious voters 
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back in my day, we didn't have all these special interest groups telling us who to vote for. it's like, what happened to good ol' fashioned democracy? 