Socialist infighting engulfs the Los Angeles mayoral race.
National DSA weighs revoking its LA chapter’s endorsement and resources over Nithya Raman’s stance on Israel boycotts.
Key points
From Axios’s report- DSA's LA chapter endorsed Raman over her position on BDS against Israel.
- National DSA considers revoking the chapter's endorsement and resources.
- Polls show Raman leading incumbent Bass in various surveys.
- Raman has clashed with DSA on Israel, policing and housing in the past.
- Debate includes whether Raman's beliefs align with DSA principles on BDS.
Why it matters. Raman leads Mayor Karen Bass in several polls despite past clashes with DSA.
What to watch. Whether national DSA withdraws its support.
Coverage
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Ranked 8th of 10.
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- High-reliability sources
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- Score
- 8.0
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