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Republicans decry a new Democratic Socialists of America platform as Dem primaries split the party
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Ali Swenson, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the platform and the Republican response are available from KSAT 12, the local ABC affiliate in San Antonio.
A new platform from the Democratic Socialists of America is drawing criticism from Republicans. The platform, which was published earlier this month, proposes significant changes to the US government. These changes include abolishing the Senate and replacing the president and Supreme Court with leaders chosen by Congress.
The platform also suggests allowing all permanent US residents to vote. Further details about the platform and the Republican response are available from KSAT 12, the local ABC affiliate in San Antonio .
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Category: government Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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