reported<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Democrats have seen an uptick in progressive and socialist membership as the party continues to lurch leftward, even in conservative states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Texas will see a progressive Democrat headed to Washington next Congress, with Rep.-elect Greg Casar \u2014 a self-described democratic socialist who was endorsed by the \u201cSquad\u201d leader herself \u2014 taking a seat to represent parts of Austin and San Antonio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The progressive gains will serve Ocasio-Cortez and her fellow \u201cSquad\u201d members well, giving them more leverage in getting their priorities at the front of the party.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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