The Florida Democratic primaries produced mixed results: A major victory for the democratic socialist left, alongside high-profile defeats to progressives in ... Show more
Florida primary: Progressives win big — and lose big
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Key FactsMinneapolis Mayor Race Energized by Progressive Challenge
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- Omar Fateh, a democratic socialist and former state senator, runs a grassroots campaign emphasizing affordability, wages, and public safety.
- The November 4, 2025 Minneapolis mayoral election uses ranked-choice voting, allowing the top challengers to form alliances against the incumbent.
- Incumbent Mayor Jacob Frey faces criticism for his handling of policing, homelessness, and protests but retains support from unions and politicians.
- Fateh’s campaign gains momentum from Democratic Socialists of America despite losing party endorsement and facing threats.
We have a progressive city council that’s ready to do the work, that has been doing the work. We just don’t have a mayor as a partner.— Omar Fateh, the mayoral hopeful, discusses the need for collaboration with the city council.
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