Socialist Momentum Grows as Melat Kiros Wins in Denver

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Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated longtime incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado's 1st Congressional District primary, fueled by anti-establishment sentiment and criticism of DeGette's support for Israel. Kiros, an attorney who lost her job for condemning the industry's silence on Gaza, is heavily favored to win the general election in November.

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A democratic socialist who lost her job for speaking out about Gaza unseated a 29-year incumbent.

Socialist Momentum Grows as Melat Kiros Wins in Denver

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