# Denver’s First Democratic Socialist in Congress | Austin News

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Podcast: [Austin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463304)
Published: 2026-07-01T22:05:41+00:00
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A 29-year-old Democratic Socialist just unseated a 30-year incumbent in Colorado, becoming the state’s first-ever socialist representative heading to Congress. Melat Kiros, once a corporate attorney fired for supporting student protests, now baristas and PhD student, ran on a bold platform to expand social safety nets—healthcare, childcare, elder care—in an AI-driven economy. She’s part of a national wave of young, anti-corporate candidates, though her stance on Palestine has stirred controversy within Colorado’s Jewish community. Kiros stands firm, pledging peaceful coexistence and equal rights for all, refusing to compromise her principles. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fd8e37a2bf2d2777

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