With AOC backing and anti-Israel message, Chris Rabb vies for open House seat in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia Democratic primary on Tuesday could poise Chris Rabb — a progressive state lawmaker who is staunchly critical of Israel — to become the newest member of Congress’ “Squad.” Rabb has made opposition to…
Assessment
A Philadelphia primary election could send a candidate with a sharply anti-Israel platform to Congress, testing how central Israel criticism has become to progressive campaigns. Rabb’s campaign emphasizes opposition to AIPAC and has been dogged by controversy over a shared post linking Zionists to a false flag attack. The outcome will signal whether such positions are a liability or an asset in a competitive open-seat race.