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Melissa DeRosa: The Democratic Socialists of America is Making a Move to Take Control of the Democratic Party | 06-12-26
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Summary
Melissa DeRosa and the Cats & Cosby team discuss the internal fragmentation of the Democratic Party. The conversation centers on the controversy surrounding Graham Platner, a candidate whose personal scandals and extremist views serve as a case study for what the speakers describe as a "stark divide" between moderate leaders and the far-left fringe. DeRosa argues that the party is currently suffering from a selective application of outrage, where radical members prioritize ideological purity and the influence of Bernie Sanders over vetting viable, stable candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices