Will the new Democrats in Congress remake the party of genocide and war?
Will the new Democrats in Congress remake the party of genocide and war? Submitted by Joe Gill on Thu, 11/12/2026 - 10:16 After 40 years of neoliberal dogma from the DC Democrats, a new crop of Mamdani-inspired socialists are challenging the duopoly's pro-Israel, pro-corporate consensus Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed at the US Capitol on 9 November 2026 in Washington, DC (Finn Gomez/Getty Images)…
Will the new Democrats in Congress remake the party of genocide and war? The election of socialists inspired by Mamdani has challenged the pro-Israel, pro-corporate consensus of the Democratic Party. Former Secretary of State Antony Blinken, despite his career supporting Israeli interests, has shown no signs of self-reflection regarding his support for Israel's genocide in Gaza.
Similarly, President Joe Biden, who signed off on supplying bombs to Palestinians, continues his tenure without facing criticism. Even progressive figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have pledged support for Hakeem Jeffries, despite his history of backing Israel's aggression. This shift in the Democratic Party marks a significant change in American politics, with progressive candidates winning seats across the country and challenging traditional Democratic policies.
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