The result sends a message to liberal outsiders targeting Congressional Black Caucus members.
In addition to Harper, Justice Democrats endorsed Cori Bush this cycle, who fell to CBC member Rep. Lacy Clay in 2018 despite the group's support.
Rep. Gregory Meeks warned potential challengers that "If they want to come after members of the Black Caucus, it's two ways."
Justice Democrats is known primarily for attacking relatively conservative members of the Democratic Party including pro-life Reps.
Veteran members rallied behind the Ohio incumbent, accusing Justice Democrats of undermining minority members with progressive voting records.
Ohio State University political scientist Paul Beck questioned Justice Democrats' decision to target Beatty, saying the incumbent's progressive record and local ties made her well-equipped to fend off a challenge.
While Harper received national attention through Justice Democrats, her fundraising fell short of other primary challengers.
https://freebeacon.com/2020-election/justice-dems-trounced-in-bid-to-oust-congressional-black-caucus-leader/
In addition to Harper, Justice Democrats endorsed Cori Bush this cycle, who fell to CBC member Rep. Lacy Clay in 2018 despite the group's support.
Rep. Gregory Meeks warned potential challengers that "If they want to come after members of the Black Caucus, it's two ways."
Justice Democrats is known primarily for attacking relatively conservative members of the Democratic Party including pro-life Reps.
Veteran members rallied behind the Ohio incumbent, accusing Justice Democrats of undermining minority members with progressive voting records.
Ohio State University political scientist Paul Beck questioned Justice Democrats' decision to target Beatty, saying the incumbent's progressive record and local ties made her well-equipped to fend off a challenge.
While Harper received national attention through Justice Democrats, her fundraising fell short of other primary challengers.
https://freebeacon.com/2020-election/justice-dems-trounced-in-bid-to-oust-congressional-black-caucus-leader/
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