Florida congressional race between anti-Zionist democratic socialist, staunch Israel supporter
The race offers a test of whether the Democratic Party’s progressive insurgency can extend to a district that includes Delray Beach, Boca Raton, and Miami Beach, and an electorate that is 25% Jewish.
Florida's newly redrawn 25th Congressional District, encompassing cities such as Delray Beach, Boca Raton, and Miami Beach, is witnessing a congressional race between Oliver Larkin, a Democratic Socialist member of the Anti-Zionist Democratic Socialists of America, and Jared Moskowitz, a Republican-backed incumbent. Larkin and Moskowitz represent contrasting views on Israel, with Larkin accusing the country of genocide and pushing for a secular state, while Moskowitz staunchly supports continued US military aid to Israel.
Polling indicates that Moskowitz leads with a significant margin, but recent data suggests a closer contest. Larkin's anti-Zionist stance and calls for arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have sparked controversy, with some Jews criticizing him for fueling antisemitism. Moskowitz, heavily endorsed by AIPAC, has accused Larkin of running on his religion.
Despite the divide, progressive and pro-Palestinian candidates are emerging victorious in similar districts nationwide.
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