In the aftermath of Michigan’s Democratic primary, U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is facing heavy racially motivated attacks from Republicans, highlighting broader concerns about Islamophobia in American politics.
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The NRSC debuts first attack ad in the US Senate Michigan race against Abdul El-Sayed
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And while we see racism and bigotry continue to infect elections, Democratic division has also become a concern, with some wondering could it weaken the coalition the party needs to reach and engage a larger audience, particularly among working-class, Black, and rural voters.
Susan J. Demas and Edwin Eisendrath reflect on these challenges and discuss potential solutions to counter the right’s emotionally driven and divisive approach to political advertising today on Lincoln Square.
