DNC Chair Advocates for Neutrality Amid Hogg's Primary Challenge Plans

DNC Chair Ken Martin calls for party neutrality as Vice Chair David Hogg plans to fund $20 million in challenges against incumbents.

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DNC Chair Ken Martin proposed a bylaw change to mandate party neutrality in primaries, countering Vice Chair David Hogg's $20 million initiative to support primary challengers. During a recent phone call, Martin emphasized the importance of neutrality among party officials, recalling past grievances from the 2016 election regarding perceived bias. Hogg, a rising figure in the party, countered that he respects the current rules and is committed to challenging incumbents to rejuvenate party leadership. Both leaders expressed differing views on the party's path, with the DNC set to vote on Martin's proposal in August.

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