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A leftward lurch? What to know about the Democratic primaries in New York

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According to Al Jazeera, democratic socialist candidates are pushing hard in New York's Democratic primary races. The campaigns are centered on two key issues: US policy toward Israel and economic inequality. Progressive contenders are banking that New York voters—particularly younger and working-class Democrats—will embrace a more leftward agenda. These races highlight a growing divide within the Democratic Party over foreign policy and economic priorities.

Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/a-leftward-lurch...

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