From coast to coast, the ultra-left is on a quest to take over the Democratic Party
The ultra-left faction is increasingly gaining influence within the Democratic Party, as evidenced by recent primary victories across the country. Candidates like Graham Platner and Chris Rabb are emblematic of this shift, promoting radical policies and garnering support from prominent progressive figures. This trend raises concerns about the party's direction and its potential impact on future elections.
- ▪Graham Platner's hard-left stance has led to the exit of moderate Governor Janet Mills from the Maine primary race.
- ▪Chris Rabb, backed by AOC and other progressive leaders, won a competitive primary in Pennsylvania's 3rd District.
- ▪The Democratic Party is experiencing a generational shift, with radical elements pushing for significant policy changes.
2 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 19 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: lean right. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ Ultra-Left On a Quest To Take Over the Democratic Party — Real Clear Politics
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Opinion editorial From coast to coast, the ultra-left is on a quest to take over the Democratic Party By Post Editorial Board Published May 23, 2026, 1:14 p.m. ET Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner Platner is as hard-left as they come, writes the Post Editorial Board. Getty Images See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The ultra-left’s conquest of the Democratic Party continues apace, as extremists triumph over more centrist candidates in primaries across the country. The dynamic may be most visible in Maine, where Graham Platner drove old-line Dem Gov. Janet Mills out of the race before the primary even happened.
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