From Salon · Amanda Marcotte · · 1m 10s
Abdul El-Sayed's fighting style terrifies MAGA
El-Sayed's bold style wins over Fox viewers and Trump voters.
In brief
El-Sayed's bold style wins over Fox viewers and Trump voters. Abdul El-Sayed's aggressive communication style appeals to young male voters and Fox News audiences, threatening Republican dominance in Michigan. Originally reported by Salon.
El-Sayed's campaign appeal
Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed polls ahead of Republican opponent Mike Rogers in Michigan.
Fox News admiration
Jesse Watters praises El-Sayed's 'great shape' and ability to 'beat the machine' in primary.
El-Sayed's fighting style
El-Sayed's quick-witted, bulldog energy makes him a model for Democratic strength.
Vance's attack
Vice President JD Vance called El-Sayed a 'little weasel' during Michigan rally.
El-Sayed's response
El-Sayed called Vance and his allies 'carnival barkers' and compared him to Wolverine.
Fox's strategy
Fox News tried to replace El-Sayed with activist Corbin Trent during interviews.
El-Sayed's impact
Five out of six Michigan Trump voters support El-Sayed in focus group.
Democratic weakness
Democratic voters criticize party for being too weak and not fighting hard enough.
El-Sayed's strategy
El-Sayed uses bold communication to win over young male voters and Fox viewers.
Trump's concern
Trump worries El-Sayed's appeal could shift young male voters to Democrats.
Here's the gist
Abdul El-Sayed's aggressive communication style appeals to young male voters and Fox News audiences, threatening Republican dominance in Michigan.
