'Stop gaslighting me!': Florida Democrats' Senate nominee and party chair have heated call over socialism
Summary
Florida’s Democratic Senate nominee, Angie Nixon, and the state Democratic Party chair, Nikki Fried, had a heated phone argument over socialism and campaign strategy. Nixon is part of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), which Fried worries could hurt the party’s chances in the general election in the Republican-leaning state.Key Facts
- Angie Nixon won the Democratic primary unexpectedly, beating Alex Vindman.
- Nixon is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA).
- Nikki Fried, Florida Democratic Party chair, urged Nixon to distance herself from socialism and the DSA.
- Nixon and Fried argued loudly on a phone call, with Nixon accusing Fried of “gaslighting” her.
- Fried and other party officials are concerned that Nixon’s DSA ties might give Republicans an advantage by allowing negative attacks.
- The Democratic Party in Florida is divided between progressive activists like Nixon and the more traditional party leadership represented by Fried.
- Fried and Nixon have a tense relationship, with Fried reportedly disappointed by Nixon’s primary win.
- Some Democratic voters, especially Cuban-American and Jewish groups in Florida, worry about the impact of Nixon’s socialist label.
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