Progressives take victory lap in Rabb’s win after years of organization

What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. Progressives in the city are reveling in an upset victory following state Rep. Chris Rabb’s win for the Democratic nomination for the 3rd Congressional District.

Progressives take victory lap in Rabb’s win after years of organization. What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. Progressives in the city are reveling in an upset victory following state Rep. Chris Rabb’s win for the Democratic nomination for the 3rd Congressional District. With no serious Republican opposition in this deep blue district, Rabb is expected to coast to victory in November’s general election and succeed retiring incumbent U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans in January. For many on the left, Rabb’s success reflects a growing dissatisfaction among the Democratic Party about its direction and a desire for a more ambitious platform involving big ideas that benefit Philadelphia’s working class. WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor Maurice Mitchell, nati...