Progressive Will Lawrence wins key Michigan House primary in blow to Dem leaders
Summary
Will Lawrence, a progressive candidate and co-founder of the Sunrise Movement, won the Democratic primary in Michigan’s 7th District. His win surprised party leaders who worry his left-leaning views may make it harder to win the general election against the Republican incumbent.Key Facts
- Will Lawrence is a progressive candidate and Sunrise Movement co-founder.
- He won the Democratic primary for Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.
- His opponents were Bridget Brink, former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, and Matt Maasdam, a former Navy SEAL.
- Party leaders feared Brink and Maasdam splitting moderate voters would allow Lawrence to win.
- Some House Democratic moderates doubt Lawrence can defeat Republican Rep. Tom Barrett in November.
- Progressives argue that concerns about Lawrence’s electability are outdated.
- Similar progressive candidates have won key swing district primaries this election cycle.
- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee backed opponents in other races but stayed neutral in Michigan’s 7th District.
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