Twenty-nine-year-old Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term Democratic incumbent Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic congressional primary, ending one of the longest-serving House careers in the state. The stunning victory has sparked intense debate about the future of the Democratic Party, with some House Democrats reportedly describing the result as a 'wake-up call' for the party establishment. Show more Show less
Dems in disarray? Socialist Melat Kiros topples 15-term incumbent, says 'searching soul of party'
Twenty-nine-year-old Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term Democratic incumbent Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic congressional primary, ending one of the longest-serving House careers in the state. The stunning victory has sparked intense debate about the future of the Democratic Party, with some House Democrats reportedly describing the result as a 'wake-up call' for the party establishment.
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