Progressive Israel critic defeats more moderate Democrat in Minnesota Senate primary
Peggy Flanagan, who accuses Israel of committing genocide, beats Angie Craig, who's opposed Netanyahu and Iran war, but whom she branded as 'AIPAC's candidate' The post Progressive Israel critic defeats more moderate Democrat in Minnesota Senate primary appeared first on The Times of Israel .
Peggy Flanagan, Minnesota's Lieutenant Governor, has won the Democratic primary for the US Senate. She defeated Representative Angie Craig, who had been endorsed by the pro-Israel lobbying group AIPAC. Flanagan had referred to Craig as "AIPAC's candidate" and had vowed to reject AIPAC's money. Flanagan also accuses Israel of committing genocide.
Flanagan will face off against Republican nominee Michele Tafoya in the November general election for the seat left open by the retirement of Democratic Senator Tina Smith. According to The Times of Israel, Flanagan's victory is seen as a win for the progressive movement.
If elected, Flanagan could become the first Native woman in the Senate, The New York Times reports. Her campaign finances show that she raised $6.52 million in total receipts, with individual contributions accounting for more than $6.25 million, as per FEC records.
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