Bowman Faces Tough Battle in Democratic Primary
Latimer Enjoys a Double-Digit Lead Over Bowman
Overpowered on the airwaves and behind in the polls, Representative Jamaal Bowman is embracing the left's star in a bid to unseat his moderate challenger.
In the closing hours of a historically expensive race, Westchester County Executive Latimer holds a significant lead over Bowman in the polls. The latest polls show Latimer with a 12-point advantage over Bowman, who has been outspent on advertising by a margin of more than 2-to-1.
Bowman has attempted to counter Latimer's financial advantage by emphasizing his progressive credentials and his support for left-wing policies. He has also been endorsed by a number of high-profile progressives, including Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
However, Latimer has painted Bowman as too extreme for the district, which includes parts of the Bronx and Westchester County. He has also questioned Bowman's experience and his ability to work effectively with members of both parties.
The race is considered to be a bellwether for the Democratic Party as it heads into the 2024 presidential election. If Bowman is defeated, it would be seen as a setback for the left wing of the party.
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