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Travis Gaither's avatar

Only partially through reading but felt compelled to comment because the historial context in the opening section is so fucking well written

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Michael Lange's avatar

Thank you so much, it was a joy to write. My first job when I graduated college was working for Nydia Velázquez, whom I owe a great debt to, so I wanted to do her story justice. And the 1992 Primary for NY-12 (now NY-7) is the most riveting New York City election (that almost no one knows about), in my opinion.

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Quiara Vasquez's avatar

> Nonetheless, Salazar, whose first run for office was rather tumultuous, ultimately eschewed a bid for Congress, opening the door for her comrades.

"Tumultuous" is a curious euphemism. At the time I recall using words like "fraudulent" and "craven." With the benefit of hindsight, though, we can now use more exacting language to describe her campaign: georgesantosian.

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Miriam Bensman's avatar

Dsa endorsed Velasquez in 1992.

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Hon's avatar

There is also no distinction on Israel I think? Antonio called it “genocide” on Spectrum News NY1 last week. Imo DSA should just endorse him, what are even the ideological distinctions exactly?

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