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From New York to Seattle to DC, more cities are picking democratic socialist leaders
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
By Arit John, David Wright, CNN
(CNN) — On the night of the Democratic primary to be the next mayor of Washington, DC, Janeese Lewis George pushed back on those who doubted the movement that had formed behind her.
Despite speculation that she was primarily drawing support from wealthier, Whit...
Key takeaway Despite speculation that she was primarily drawing support from wealthier, Whit...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The rise of democratic socialist leaders in cities like New York, Seattle, and Washington, DC, may have implications for El Paso 's own political landscape. As a city with a strong tradition of progressive politics, El Paso may be fertile ground for candidates who prioritize affordability issues like housing and childcare. The fact that democratic socialists like Janeese Lewis George and Zohran Mamdani have been able to build diverse coalitions and win elections in other cities suggests that a similar approach could be effective in El Paso. Local voters will be watching to see if any candidates emerge to challenge the status quo and push for more radical change on issues like economic inequality and access to social services. The success of democratic socialists in other cities may also prompt El Paso's established politicians to re-examine their own policies and priorities in response to shifting voter attitudes.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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(CNN) — On the night of the Democratic primary to be the next mayor of Washington, DC, Janeese Lewis George pushed back on those who doubted the movement that had formed behind her.
Despite speculation that she was primarily drawing support from wealthier, Whit...
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