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Congressional Democrats slam Texas candidate over remarks seen as antisemitic
A Democratic congressional candidate in Texas is facing swift backlash from Jewish leaders and national party figures over remarks characterized as antisemitic, with the controversy erupting at a critical moment in a primary runoff. The condemnation signals that party leaders are moving quickly to contain the damage ahead of the final vote. The episode underscores the Democratic Party's ongoing struggle to navigate internal tensions over issues touching on Jewish identity and community concerns.
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