Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross has slammed Rep. Cori Bush for her "Trumpian" concession speech following her primary loss, accusing her of being the "sorest loser" she's seen.
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross has launched a scathing attack on Rep. Cori Bush, labeling her the "sorest loser" she's witnessed recently. Cross's criticism stems from Bush's fiery concession speech, in which she lambasted the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and vowed to "tear their kingdom down."
In an interview on CNN's "The Lead with Jake Tapper," Cross likened Bush's rhetoric to that of former President Donald Trump and accused her of using religious imagery to attack AIPAC. "It was kind of Trumpian to a certain extent," Cross said. "The 'tear your kingdom down' thing is actually a well-known Black gospel song. It is not related in any way to talk about Satan. So she's comparing AIPAC to Satan."
Democratic Strategist Blasts Cori Bush as "Sorest Loser" for Anti-Israel Rant
Cross further criticized Bush's portrayal of her primary opponent, St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell, as less progressive. "I think that she swung way too far to the left and she was not willing to come back to moderate in any type of way," Cross said.
Bush's concession speech has drawn widespread condemnation from both sides of the aisle. Many have criticized her for her harsh rhetoric and for using her platform to attack a pro-Israel organization. Bell, on the other hand, has been praised for his focus on issues that matter to St. Louis residents, such as crime and economic development.
Democratic Strategist Blasts Cori Bush as "Sorest Loser" for Anti-Israel Rant
In her speech, Bush also vowed to continue fighting against AIPAC, which she accused of interfering in her election. "All they did is radicalize me, so they need to be afraid," she said.
AIPAC, which has close ties to both Democrats and Republicans, has denied any wrongdoing and said it supports candidates based on their positions on issues related to US-Israel relations.
Democratic Strategist Blasts Cori Bush as "Sorest Loser" for Anti-Israel Rant
Bush's primary loss is seen as a setback for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party. Bush, a member of the "Squad" of progressive House Democrats, has been a vocal critic of Israel and a supporter of the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement.
Bell, on the other hand, is considered more moderate and has been endorsed by some centrist Democrats. His victory suggests that the Democratic Party is becoming more moderate, a trend that could have implications for the party's future.
Democratic Strategist Blasts Cori Bush as "Sorest Loser" for Anti-Israel Rant
The primary race in Missouri has been closely watched as a bellwether for the Democratic Party's direction. Bush's loss and Bell's victory suggest that the party is moving away from the far left and towards the center.
