Democratic infighting grows as congresswoman exposes ‘disrespectful’ welcome of socialists into ‘big tent’

Rep. Pramila Jayapal said Democratic Party leadership treated socialists who won primary races without respect. Jayapal, who chairs the Congressional Progressive Caucus, made the statement regarding Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania and other Democratic officials. The dispute reflects divisions within the party over how to welcome candidates with different ideological positions.

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