WFP's Jasmine Gripper on Election Losses and Progressive Rivalry With the DSA
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Christopher Robbins
Summary
The article covers the Working Families Party's mixed results in recent New York elections, focusing on losses in key congressional races (including Antonio Reynoso's concession in NY-7 to Claire Valdez) alongside some victories. It features an interview with WFP state leader Jasmine Gripper, who discusses the party's role and strategy, notably stating she doesn't see her job as defeating the DSA (Democratic Socialists of America), reflecting on the complex dynamics between progressive factions.
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· 3 pulledI Don't See My Job as Defeating the DSA
Two of their three candidates for Congress—Antonio Reynoso and Effie Phillips-Staley—lost by wide margins
For every victory they picked up against a weak incumbent in New York City, their candidates lagged in other competitive races
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