"I just don't think we can afford to compromise on either of those two things. With endorsements from Schakowsky and other national leaders such as Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Biss was seen as the frontrunner heading into the race. On the campaign trail, he sought to differentiate himself by emphasizing both his background in elected office and his willingness to push for progressive causes and against President Trump's agenda."
"Bipartisanship is negotiating different approaches to a similar goal. I think that goal should be: everyone can afford housing, groceries and health care with money left over to save and spend. I think that is the true center. We can't just look at compromise as getting your hand cut off and being grateful they left you your pi"
Daniel Biss, mayor of Evanston, Illinois, secured victory in the Democratic primary for the state's 9th congressional district, succeeding retiring Representative Jan Schakowsky. Biss emerged as the frontrunner with endorsements from Schakowsky and Senator Elizabeth Warren, emphasizing his elected office experience and progressive agenda while opposing Trump's policies. Political newcomer Kat Abughazaleh, a 26-year-old progressive researcher, finished second by four percentage points, running on an anti-establishment platform arguing Democrats need fundamental change and should prioritize tangible results like affordable housing, groceries, and healthcare. The primary results reflect Democratic voters' expectations for new party leadership and the level of change they believe necessary while the party lacks power in Washington.
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