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‘Dems have no idea...’ the right says

Members of the Democratic Socialists of America hold signs and flags as they march, protesting an alt-right rally on Aug.5, 2018, in downtown Berkeley, California.

Members of the Democratic Socialists of America hold signs and flags as they march, protesting an alt-right rally on Aug.5, 2018, in downtown Berkeley, California.

By Bria Felicien

Aug 20, 2018

1. Dems Have No Idea What Demons They Are Unleashing

From Fox News: "In normal times, the declarations of a fringe party and ideology in America would not merit much attention."

2. Dems Struggling to Make Sense of Socialist Surge

From The Guardian: "Anti-Trump activists such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of the Democratic Socialists of America have galvanised disillusioned voters."

3. Why Even a Blue Wave Could Have Limited Gains

From New York Times: "The divergent geography of 2018 means we will really have two midterm elections, and one favors Republicans."

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