{
  "id": 1494103,
  "title": "A Democratic Socialist Aims to Oust a Top AIPAC Beneficiary in Florida",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/a-democratic-socialist-aims-to-oust-a-top-aipac-beneficiary-in-florida",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-17T14:01:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Intercept",
    "slug": "the-intercept-theintercept",
    "url": "https://theintercept.com/2026/08/17/florida-congress-oliver-larkin-jared-moskowitz-aipac/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the sunny state of Florida, the conventional wisdom suggests that Democrats should adopt a moderate stance, balancing relations with Cuba, Israel, and not appearing too liberal. This approach played a role in Rep. Jared Moskowitz's election, who now faces a challenge from Oliver Larkin, a member of Democratic Socialists of America. Larkin is campaigning on the left side of the spectrum, opposing the embargo on Cuba and weapons transfers to Israel, and describing himself as an anti-Zionist.\n\nMoskowitz has received support from donors linked to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and an artificial intelligence super PAC, while Larkin, a 34-year-old union organizer, relies on small-dollar contributions. Polls for the race vary, with one showing Larkin within striking distance and another indicating Moskowitz is ahead. Susan McManus, a political science professor at the University of South Florida, sees the race as a proxy for the ideological split within the Democratic Party, particularly among younger voters.\n\nLarkin openly embraces the \"socialist\" label, criticizing the Democratic Party's cautious approach and arguing that a left-leaning candidate can mobilize the Democratic base while attracting disenchanted independents. He believes that voters want a genuine left-wing alternative and not a watered-down candidate that pleases no one. Despite raising over $1 million, Larkin is significantly outspent by Moskowitz, who has amassed nearly $3 million and still has $1.8 million in the bank.\n\nMoskowitz's campaign highlights his bipartisan record, including his tenure in DeSantis's cabinet, while Larkin plans to offset the spending gap through extensive door-to-door campaigning. He has already made over 200,000 contacts, and Moskowitz's campaign is accused of lacking a ground game. The Sun Sentinel called Larkin's allegations \"demonstrably untrue\" but criticized Moskowitz for avoiding a face-to-face debate with his challenger.",
  "summary": "Oliver Larkin is trying to unseat Rep. Jared Moskowitz, who is backed by AIPAC donors and an artificial intelligence super PAC. The post A Democratic Socialist Aims to Oust a Top AIPAC Beneficiary in Florida appeared first on The Intercept .",
  "key_points": [
    "Jared Moskowitz, a moderate Democrat, won Florida's congressional seat with AIPAC support.",
    "Larkin, a union organizer, relies on small-dollar donations and door-to-door campaigning."
  ],
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        "outlet": "The Intercept",
        "title": "A Democratic Socialist Aims to Oust a Top AIPAC Beneficiary in Florida",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/a-democratic-socialist-aims-to-oust-a-top-aipac-beneficiary-in-florida-1494480",
        "published": "2026-08-17T14:01:56.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}