WEB Missouri 1st Congressional District Primary Election Results
Cori Bush Faces Primary Challenge
Cori Bush, a prominent member of the progressive "Squad" in the U.S. House of Representatives, lost her Democratic primary race on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, in Missouri's 1st Congressional District. Bush was defeated by Wesley Bell, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney, who was backed by pro-Israel groups.
A Well-Funded Race
The primary race was highly competitive, with both Bush and Bell raising significant funds. Bell's campaign received substantial support from outside groups, including the Democratic Majority for Israel (DMFI), which spent heavily on ads attacking Bush.
Bush, a vocal critic of Israeli policies towards the Palestinians, had the backing of progressive groups such as the Justice Democrats and the Sunrise Movement. However, her campaign faced an uphill battle against Bell, who was seen as a more moderate and experienced candidate.
Progressive Defeat
Bush's defeat marks a setback for the progressive movement in the Democratic Party. She was one of the most prominent members of the "Squad," a group of young, progressive lawmakers who have advocated for a more liberal agenda. Her loss suggests that the party may be moving away from the progressive policies that have been championed by Bush and other members of the "Squad."
Bell's victory, on the other hand, is a sign of the growing influence of pro-Israel groups in Democratic politics. DMFI spent heavily on ads supporting Bell and attacking Bush, and its efforts appear to have paid off.
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