Is the socialist surge coming to New Hampshire’s Senate race?
Rep. Chris Pappas (D-NH) was all but anointed to be New Hampshire’s Democratic Senate nominee after locking up major endorsements and clearing the field of potential challengers.
TL;DR
- Socialist Karishma Manzur has closed a 50-point deficit to 13 points against establishment Democrat Rep. Chris Pappas in the New Hampshire Senate primary.
- Manzur's surge is attributed to strong support from socialist and younger voters, with a campaign focused on economic issues and ending war profiteering.
- Pappas has outraised Manzur by a substantial margin, but national trends show socialist candidates achieving unexpected victories.
- Republicans may benefit from a Manzur nomination, as she is perceived as a weaker general election opponent.
- This primary race is crucial for Democrats aiming to flip the Senate majority.