Bernadette Breslin
Coverage of Bernadette Breslin in the Nexus archive.
- Analysis: Have progressives peaked? The next few weeks will be crucial in Democrats' tug-of-war
The Democratic Party faces an internal conflict between progressive and establishment factions ahead of the 2026 midterms, with key primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota highlighting the divide. Progressives push for radical change through candidates like Troy Jackson, while centrists warn that leftward shifts could harm general election prospects. Both sides campaign actively as voters prepare to decide the party's direction.
- Have progressives peaked? The next few weeks will be crucial in Democrats’ tug-of-war
The Democratic Party faces an internal conflict between progressive candidates seeking radical change and establishment leaders advocating pragmatism. Key primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota will determine Senate nomination strategies ahead of the 2026 midterms. Bernie Sanders and allies are campaigning for progressive candidates while centrist groups warn against shifting left.
- Have progressives peaked? The next few weeks will be crucial in Democrats' tug-of-war
The Democratic Party faces an internal conflict between progressives and the establishment ahead of the 2026 midterms, with upcoming primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota as key battlegrounds. Progressives, led by figures like Bernie Sanders, are pushing for radical change, while centrists warn that this could hurt the party's general election prospects. Republican officials have criticized the growing influence of the progressive movement within the party.
- Have progressives peaked? The next few weeks will be crucial in Democrats' tug-of-war
The Democratic Party faces an internal tug-of-war between progressives and the establishment as key primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota approach. Progressives aim to nominate Troy Jackson in Maine and influence Senate races, while establishment figures warn leftward shifts could hurt general election chances. Bernie Sanders and allies campaign for progressive candidates, drawing Republican criticism.
- Dem Senate hopefuls under scrutiny for ‘choke them out’ rhetoric after Trump attack scare
Democratic Senate candidates Graham Platner, Abdul El-Sayed, and Roy Cooper face scrutiny for past rhetoric deemed aggressive or supportive of violence against Republicans, following a third apparent assassination attempt against Donald Trump. The National Republican Senatorial Committee criticized Democrats for not condemning the shooting and for escalating political rhetoric, highlighting Platner's 'trounce' comment and El-Sayed's 'choke them out' phrase.