Cori Bush's Rematch with Wesley Bell Tests AIPAC's Influence in Missouri
In Missouri, the Democratic primary rematch between Cori Bush and Wesley Bell is set to test the influence of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) in Democratic politics. Bush, who lost to Bell in 2024 partly due to AIPAC's financial backing of Bell, is campaigning on an anti-AIPAC platform. The political landscape has shifted since their last contest, with AIPAC becoming a contentious issue within the Democratic Party. Both candidates share similar progressive platforms but differ significantly on their stance towards Israel, with Bush advocating for Palestinian justice.