New York Primary Test

New York's primary day tests Democratic Party's future as socialists campaign for progressive challengers.

Valdez's Mexico Pledge

Valdez pledged to carry Mexico's independence struggle into Congress as New York's first Mexican-American representative.

“215 years ago, Mexicans fought an empire that demanded our land and our labor. And we won.”

Morena Meeting

Valdez met with Morena, Mexico's ruling left-wing party, to discuss building a working-class government.

“standing up to the empires and corporations that have always taken from us”

Logan Act Threat

Critics demand State Department investigate Valdez under Logan Act for unauthorized foreign policy discussions.

“Given that she is currently a congressional nominee, not a member of Congress, and appears to have discussed facilitating support contrary to current U.S. policy as well as describing our country an 'empire' that has 'stolen from us'...”

Family Connection

Valdez's father linked to Texas immigration center construction during Obama administration.

“Critics also pointed out that Valdez's father, Larry, is linked to a company that helped construct a Texas immigration center during the Obama administration.”

Historical Context

Logan Act originated from 1799 dispute over George Logan's unauthorized trip to France.

“The act, enacted in 1799, came after the John Adams administration and congressional Federalists objected to Pennsylvania politician George Logan’s unauthorized trip to France.”

Next Steps

Valdez faces November general election against Republican opponent Melvin Rivera.

“Valdez, the Democratic nominee for New York’s 7th Congressional District, will face Rivera and other candidates in the November general election.”