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The Progressive Revolution: Muad Hrezi’s Insights on the Future of the Democratic Party.

“Since 2018, the number of progressives in office has skyrocketed. However, their signature policies – the Green New Deal and Medicare for All – failed to pass Congress despite broad support. With this in mind, I had the honor of interviewing Muad Hrezi, progressive Democrat candidate for Connecticut District 1 and former Tarheel, on his race, the most pressing healthcare and economic issues for the nation, and the future of the Democratic Party.”

Fellows, InterviewsMichelle LiuFebruary 7, 20222022 Elections, UNC, Progressive Politics, DemocratsComment

‘The Squad’ Isn't Going Anywhere, and Neither Is The Progressive Wing of The Democratic Party

“The 2018 midterm elections resulted in many firsts: the youngest woman elected into Congress, the first of defeating a ten-term incumbent, and the first two Muslim women to be elected to Congress. The women who achieved such feats were that of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib, and Ilhan Omar – a group of young, progressive women of color who encompass “The Squad.”

2020 ElectionLejla BrkaNovember 13, 2020The Squad, Progressive PoliticsComment