During the press conference, Jayapal introduced several new progressive members of the freshman class, among them the first openly transgender person to serve in Congress, Sarah McBride of Delaware, and a protege of Kamala Harris, Lateefah Simon of California. Their elections, the congresswoman said, were evidence that progressive power, despite broader setbacks for Democrats, continues to grow and evolve within the party as they strive to connect with the needs of a diverse electorate.
Jayapal rejected criticism that progressive policies cost the party votes. Instead she blamed party leaders for falling hostage to big-money interests. Voters who earn under $100,000 favored Republicans, as exit polls showed the economy driving Black, Latino and young voters away from the Democrats. We've got to pick some bigger fights where people can't be in denial or question whether or not we are standing up for them.
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