POLITICSAug 5 · 21:23 UTCTHE ATLANTICElaine Godfrey

Abdul El-Sayed’s Next Big Challenge

Abdul El-Sayed won a narrow primary victory in Michigan Senate race against Haley Stevens, but faced controversy as supporter Hasan Piker made Islamophobic remarks. Democrats debate balancing unity with progressive policies as El-Sayed pledges to maintain his platform, including Medicare for All.

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