Storyline
Socialist candidates gaining ground in Democratic primaries
Socialist-backed Democratic candidates are emerging in primary races across the country, with mixed results in blue-collar regions. The articles examine both the rise of these candidates and voter skepticism toward socialist policies in traditional Democratic strongholds like Michigan.
This is a long-running storyline that has developed over 15 days. The homepage highlights its most recent activity, so the outlet count there reflects the latest wave. The totals above cover the full run.
Abdul El-SayedDemocratic Socialists of AmericaMichiganDetroitAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez
2026-08-03
2026-08-02
- Bernie Sanders: ‘Look at what Mamdani is doing and contrast that with Trump’
- Joe Manchin says he would never support a socialist candidate, warns against 'crazy' postions
- A democratic socialist in the White House? Activists are thinking big.
- Can Democratic Socialists Agree on Anything? They Say That’s Not the Point.