Pennsylvania Primary Results: Philadelphia Voters Could Send the Next Squad Member to Congress
The Pennsylvania primary has become a significant contest between moderate and progressive Democrats in Philadelphia. State Rep. Chris Rabb has garnered support from prominent progressives, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, as he competes to replace retiring Rep. Dwight Evans. The outcome of this primary could influence the Democratic Party's direction in Congress, particularly regarding issues like U.S. military support for Israel.
- ▪Chris Rabb is backed by progressive figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Rashida Tlaib.
- ▪State Sen. Sharif Street has received support from moderate Democrats, including Sen. Cory Booker.
- ▪The winner of the Democratic primary is expected to have a strong chance in the general election in the deep blue 3rd Congressional District.
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Pennsylvania Primary Results: Philadelphia Voters Could Send the Next Squad Member to Congress Progressives including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez united around Chris Rabb in the tight four-way race. Akela Lacy, Jessica Washington May 19 2026, 8:22 p.m. Share Copy link Share on Facebook Share on Bluesky Share on X Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb at a campaign event with AOC at Garden of Prayer World Prayer Center in Philadelphia on May 15, 2026. Photo: Joe Lamberti/Bloomberg via Getty Images The Democratic Party’s left flank is hoping to add to its ranks in Congress in Philadelphia on Tuesday in what’s been viewed as a contest between the party’s moderate and progressive wings. Progressives coalesced around state Rep.
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