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In a New York district, a fight for the future of the left

NPR Politics · Jun 19, 2026, 9:25 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez's retirement has opened up a competitive primary in a New York City Congressional district. The race to replace her is a proxy battle about the future of the Democratic Party.

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