Has the Democratic Party Been Conquered? A String of Dizzying Political Victories in the Primaries

The article describes the rise of candidates from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in Democratic primaries, defeating incumbents. The movement, once considered fringe, is sowing panic in the Democratic establishment, especially amid concerns about damage to the party brand ahead of the midterms. The article quotes activists and outlines the strategy to take over the party.

The article describes the rise of candidates from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in Democratic primaries. The organization, once considered fringe, has recorded a series of victories over incumbents in states like New York, Colorado, and Pennsylvania. According to a Wall Street Journal investigation, party leaders fear damage to the party brand ahead of the midterm elections. The article quotes Megan Romer, DSA co-chair, who says the goal is to reach 30 or even 60 members of Congress. Also mentioned are young candidates like Sarah Almusawi (24) from Cornell and Malat Kirus (29) from Colorado, who ousted veteran representatives. Former Vice President Kamala Harris contacted New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani, a DSA member, a move seen as an attempt to court the left wing. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was booed at a pride parade. Congressman Josh Gottheimer accused the new candidates of trying to hijack the party. The article uses terms like 'panic', 'real threat', and 'politically toxic' to describe the establishment's reaction.