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Peggy Flanagan, a Progressive, Wins the Democratic Senate Primary in Minnesota
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic primary for Minnesota Senate, defeating moderate Rep. Angie Craig by nearly 20 percentage points with over 95% of votes counted.
- Flanagan campaigned as an anti-establishment candidate advocating for universal health care and a higher federal minimum wage.
- In her victory speech, Flanagan emphasized focusing on the rising cost of living and highlighted that grassroots support overcame financial disadvantages.
- Craig conceded and endorsed Flanagan, praising her determination and urging her supporters to back Flanagan in the general election.
- The primary was influenced by backlash against the Trump administration’s immigration policies, with Flanagan criticizing Craig’s past vote supporting a Trump immigration measure.
