In a closely watched rematch, Democratic candidate Wesley Bell has secured a decisive victory in Missouri's primary election, defeating outspoken critic of Israel Cori Bush. Bell's win marks a significant setback for progressive forces within the party who had rallied behind Bush's anti-occupation stance. The outcome can be attributed in part to the involvement of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), a powerful pro-Israel lobbying group that invested heavily in Bell's campaign. As the Democratic Party continues to grapple with its stance on Israel, Bell's victory suggests that moderate voices within the party may be gaining momentum.
The moderate Democrat easily won the rematch in Missouri’s primary against an outspoken critic of Israel. The post Wesley Bell Again Defeats Cori Bush — With Plenty of Help From AIPAC appeared first on The Intercept.
