Though Abdul El-Sayed didn’t win by as much as anticipated, it was a strong night. Now the proposition about progressives in swing seats will be tested.
Haley Stevens
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Michigan’s Democratic Primary Could Hinge on Black Voters
Black voters in Michigan have significant voting power. But how have the Democratic candidates tapped into it?
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Abdul El-Sayed Lost in 2018. It Set Him Up for 2026.
I covered Abdul El-Sayed when he ran for governor and lost. Here’s how he and the landscape have changed.
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When in Doubt, Moderates Veer Left
Haley Stevens espoused progressive ideas in last night’s Michigan Senate debate. That’s a familiar pattern.
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The Progressives Propelling Abdul El-Sayed Forward in Michigan
Activists are building a political home for the Michigan Senate candidate’s anti-corruption, anti-war populist message.