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DSA Surge Tests Democratic Unity | Albany News
New York’s recent primaries shook up the Democratic Party as DSA-backed challengers ousted longtime incumbents in cities like NYC, Syracuse, and Buffalo—signaling a generational and ideological shift. But state party chair Jay Jacobs insists the party remains broadly moderate, citing Rep. Tom DiNapoli’s landslide win over progressives. He urges unity ahead of the general election, warning against wasted energy in divisive races like the tight primary win by 32-year-old activist Darializa Avila Chevalier over Rep. Adriano Espaillat. The results spark debate: Is the party still a big tent—or is…
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