The Internal War of the Democrat Party Against the Progressives Continues Apace
Tensions within the Democratic Party are escalating as progressive factions criticize party leadership for endorsing centrist candidates over progressive challengers in key primary races. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's support for California's Jasmeet Bains over Bernie Sanders-backed Randy Villegas has intensified internal conflict. This rift highlights a broader struggle between the party's moderate and progressive wings as they prepare for upcoming elections.
- ▪The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added Jasmeet Bains to its 'Red to Blue' program, signaling a strong endorsement over progressive challenger Randy Villegas.
- ▪Progressive lawmakers are criticizing the DCCC for intervening in primary races instead of remaining neutral.
- ▪Senator Bernie Sanders supported Randy Villegas, highlighting the divide between establishment Democrats and the party’s progressive wing.
- ▪The internal conflict reflects strategic disagreements about the party’s direction following significant electoral losses.
- ▪Polling data cited in the article suggests declining support for progressive candidates within the Democratic base.
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The Internal War of the Democrat Party Against the Progressives Continues Apace Eric Florack | 11:44 AM on May 05, 2026 AP Photo/Robert Yoon Hello, and welcome to Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Today is Taco Tuesday, and it’s also Cinco de Mayo — the ideal situation for being accused of cultural appropriation not once, but twice. It’s also Teacher Appreciation Day, National Cartoonists Day, and Great Lakes Awareness Day. Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function () { googletag.display("div-gpt-300x250_3"); //googletag.pubads().refresh([gptAdSlot["div-gpt-300x250_3"]]) }); Today in History1778: George Washington appoints Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben Inspector General of the Continental Army.
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