From the Freedom Caucus to the democratic socialists, small groups inside parties can wreak havoc with leaders’ agenda in Congress

What role might DSA-affiliated candidates play if they win election to Congress in the midterms and the Democrats gain a majority in the House of Representatives?

By: SoRelle Wyckoff Gaynor, University of Virginia and Charlie Hunt, Boise State University, The Conversation

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Published: September 3, 2026

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By SoRelle Wyckoff Gaynor, University of Virginia and Charlie Hunt, Boise State University

The Democratic Party’s coalition headed into the 2026 midterms is as broad as it’s been in years. That seems likely to help them pick up dozens of seats in Congress and win majorities back from Republicans in either or both chambers.

One notable and attention-getting portion of that coalition is a group of progressive political newcomers who affiliate with the …

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