(McClatchy Washington Bureau) — “The [Congressional Progressive Caucus] PAC makes its endorsements after a vote from its 77 members, all but one of whom serve in the House. Sanders is the lone member from the Senate.”
WASHINGTON — A group of progressive House Democrats is preparing to make a major effort in its party’s primaries this year, buoyed by a surge in liberal energy that has left them flush with cash and enough confidence to unveil a series of endorsements in competitive primaries.
It’s a significant escalation from the group’s previous political efforts, and it already has some Democrats worried that liberal candidates could complicate the party’s path to a House majority.
“This really is our moment,” said Rep. Mark Pocan, co-chair of the House Progressive Caucus. “And we want make sure we’re out there and as active as possible to make sure progressives have an advantage in their races.”
Click to continue reading. By Alex Roarty, Jan 22, 2018.