Michigan Democrats Are Angry at Their Party. Abdul El-Sayed Thinks He Knows Why
El-Sayed’s recent polling gains and progressive endorsements have made him the favorite, while Stevens leans on establishment support and electability arguments.
- On August 4, Michigan Democrats will hold a high-stakes Senate primary between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and moderate Rep. Haley Stevens, following state Sen. Mallory McMorrow's exit on Sunday.
- Democrats view this seat as essential for a Senate majority in November's midterm elections, prompting establishment worry that nominating El-Sayed could alienate moderate voters in the perpetual battleground.
- While Stevens, now 43, describes herself as a "workhorse" focused on results, El-Sayed, 41, emphasizes movement building. "My job has been to show that if you're willing to be honest, direct, specific and fearless about fighting for people, you can build a movement," El-Sayed said.
- Establishment support favors Stevens, backed by former Gov. Jennifer Granholm and former Sen. Debbie Stabenow. El-Sayed counters with United Auto Workers and Sen. Bernie Sanders endorsements, claiming he will "let them burn $50 million" in opposition spending.
- The winner faces Republican nominee Mike Rogers in November, with Democrats focused on retaining the seat held by retiring Sen. Gary Peters to achieve the net four-seat gain required for a Senate majority.
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by Neal Urwitz Yes, Republicans tolerate and even promote far worse behavior than do Democrats. Yes, people deserve a chance to redeem themselves, especially those that have served our nation. Yes, Democrats could use some younger leaders. But we Democrats also must be honest with ourselves: we didn’t exactly bathe ourselves in glory during the […]
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