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Democratic Socialists have intensified tensions inside the Democratic Party by championing ambitious, often polarizing goals like Medicare for All, the Green New Deal, wealth taxes, and expansive government programs. While energizing the #progressive base, these priorities have drawn criticism for alienating moderate and working-class voters, contributing to primary challenges against incumbents and weaker performance in key swing districts. Detractors argue the focus on rapid systemic overhaul and cultural rhetoric has hurt broader electability, though the party's overall direction remains contested between its centrist and leftist wings. #USA #Democrat #Socialist See less — at Seattle, Washington.