WEB Jamaal Bowman fights for political survival in race exposing deep Democratic divisions
Historically expensive bid to unseat Rep. Jamaal Bowman enters final hours
Moderate White county executive challenges Bowman in bitter primary
YONKERS, N.Y. — The historically expensive bid to unseat Rep. Jamaal Bowman is entering its final frantic hours as a moderate White county executive challenges the incumbent in a bitter primary that has exposed deep divisions within the Democratic Party.
Bowman, a progressive Democrat, was elected to the House during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. He is facing a challenge from Westchester County Executive George Latimer, a more moderate Democrat who has the backing of the party establishment.
The race has been closely watched as a test of the strength of the progressive movement within the Democratic Party. Bowman is a member of the "Squad," a group of progressive lawmakers who have been outspoken critics of the Biden administration.
Latimer, on the other hand, is seen as a more pragmatic Democrat who is more likely to work with the party establishment. He has criticized Bowman for being too focused on national issues and not paying enough attention to the needs of his constituents.
The race has been contentious, with both sides trading barbs. Bowman has accused Latimer of being a "Republican in Democrat's clothing," while Latimer has criticized Bowman for being too inexperienced and too radical.
The outcome of the race could have implications for the future of the Democratic Party. If Bowman wins, it would be a victory for the progressive movement. If Latimer wins, it would be a sign that the party establishment is still in control.
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