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How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 1, 2026
· 10 min read
By Patrick Svitek, CNN
(CNN) — Two years ago, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee spent millions of dollars through its super PAC to defeat two vocal critics of Israel, Reps. Cori Bush of Missouri and Jamaal Bowman of New York.
“AIPAC, I’m coming to tear your kingdom down,” Bush vowe...
Key takeaway The super PAC, which started just six months ago, has quickly emerged as an influential force in House Democratic primaries, spending at least $5.
Why this matters in The El Paso
In the context of El Paso 's own democratic landscape, the emergence of American Priorities as a counterweight to AIPAC's influence raises questions about the role of money in local politics. While the super PAC's efforts have been focused on national primaries, its impact could be felt in El Paso's own congressional races. As a border city with a significant stake in international relations and foreign policy, El Paso's voters may be particularly attuned to the debates surrounding Israel and Gaza. The success of democratic socialists like Darializa Avila Chevalier and Claire Valdez, backed by American Priorities, could inspire similar candidates to run in El Paso, potentially shifting the city's political landscape. As the 2024 election cycle heats up, El Pasoans will be watching to see how the American Priorities-AIPAC dynamic plays out in local races, and whether the city's own progressive groups will seek to emulate the super PAC's strategy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 10 min
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What is this story about? By Patrick Svitek, CNN
(CNN) — Two years ago, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee spent millions of dollars through its super PAC to defeat two vocal critics of Israel, Reps. Cori Bush of Missouri and Jamaal Bowman of New York.
“AIPAC, I’m coming to tear your kingdom down,” Bush vowe...
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