Across the US, progressives are upending Democratic primary races. Will it happen in Missouri?
Summary
In Missouri’s Democratic primary, voters will choose between incumbent Wesley Bell, who supports Israel, and Cori Bush, a progressive critic of Israel’s actions in Gaza. This race reflects a wider debate within the Democratic Party about its stance on Israel, especially as some progressive candidates challenge established members with backing from pro-Israel groups.Key Facts
- The Missouri first congressional district includes St. Louis’s north side with a high African American population.
- Incumbent Wesley Bell supports Israel and seeks a second term.
- Cori Bush, a progressive and former congresswoman, accuses Israel of committing genocide in Gaza and seeks to regain her seat.
- A Super PAC linked to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (Aipac) has spent over $3 million against Bush.
- Progressive candidates in New York and Denver recently defeated incumbents by opposing support for Israel.
- Many Democrats have voted against military aid to Israel, though some efforts failed.
- The primary reflects broader tensions over the Democratic Party’s policies on Israel ahead of the November midterm elections.
- Local leaders express concern that attention to foreign conflicts may overshadow urgent community issues like violence in St. Louis.
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