How a neighborhood in NYC became the center of democratic socialist power
First reportThe Washington Post · 7 Aug, 10:00Z
Latest reportThe Washington Post · 7 Aug, 10:00Z
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Why it matters
What
Astoria, Queens, became a center of democratic socialist influence as progressive candidates won elections.
Why
Its local political divisions and victories foreshadow broader shifts within the Democratic Party and socialist movement.
Watch
Future Astoria elections may show how neighborhood politics continue shaping national ideological trends.
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