Weekend Edition: Democratic Socialists, Iran Conflict & Maine Senate Race
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The episode discusses democratic socialism, U.S. military action in Iran, and the Maine Senate race.
This week on Washington Journal... Democratic Socialists of America National Co-Chair Ashik Siddique explains the principles of democratic socialism and discusses recent primary victories by DSA-backed candidates. Then, Republican Congressman Marlin Stutzman of Indiana joins us to talk about renewed U.S. military action in Iran and defense spending. And News Center Maine political reporter Phil Hirschkorn looks at the latest developments in Maine's U.S. Senate race and the upcoming Democratic nominating convention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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