Kennedy scion Jack Schlossberg loses crowded New York City congressional primary
Summary
Jack Schlossberg, a member of the Kennedy family, lost the Democratic primary for a New York City congressional seat to Assembly Member Micah Lasher. Lasher, who has political experience and support from New York politicians, is likely to win the general election in November.Key Facts
- Jack Schlossberg is part of the Kennedy family and new to politics.
- Micah Lasher is a New York state Assembly Member with years of political experience.
- Lasher worked for Rep. Jerry Nadler, whose congressional seat is open.
- Governor Kathy Hochul and other local leaders supported Lasher.
- The district leans heavily Democratic, with two-thirds of voters registered as Democrats.
- Lasher plans to renew Democratic Party ideas and help struggling Americans.
- Schlossberg called for more honest and inspiring Democratic candidates during his campaign.
- Schlossberg’s supporters included many young people who were disappointed by the primary result.
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