Democratic candidates
Coverage of Democratic candidates in the Nexus archive.
- Murphy: Trump, not leftist candidates, is ‘biggest threat’ to US
Sen. Chris Murphy stated that President Trump is the 'biggest threat' to the U.S. and downplayed concerns about far-left candidates such as democratic socialists who have recently achieved electoral successes. Murphy emphasized that all Democratic candidates share commonalities despite differing political approaches.
- First Thing: Mamdani says socialist allies offer ‘national message’ to US
New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani and endorsed candidates highlight a 'national message' for working Americans through socialist-aligned politics. Moderate Democrats responded with an open letter opposing socialist policies. A Supreme Court decision impacts Haitian and Syrian immigrants by ending temporary protected status.
- New York’s 2026 primaries are here. Who’s on the ballot?
New York voters will determine nominees for high-profile races in the 2026 primaries. A Kennedy family member is among the candidates in one of these races.
- NYC primary election: What to know before heading to the polls
New York City's primary election on June 23 will determine party candidates for the November midterm election. The primary sets high stakes for Democratic candidates, with voters selecting contenders for key races.
- Democratic candidates rally voters as CA governor's race enters final stretch ahead of primary
As Tuesday's primary approaches, candidates for California governor are making a final push across the Bay Area and the state. The governor's race is entering its final stretch ahead of the primary.
- ActBlue sues Ken Paxton for ‘retaliation’ over donation vetting lawsuit
ActBlue, a progressive fundraising platform, is suing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, alleging political retaliation through his investigation and a separate lawsuit. The platform claims the legal actions target its role in fundraising for Democratic candidates and causes.
- AIPAC may be a new litmus test for Democratic candidates. Leaders say voters' heads are elsewhere.
The article suggests AIPAC may become a key issue for Democratic candidates in 2024. Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered in Chicago ahead of the Democratic National Convention, highlighting tensions around political priorities.