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EXPOSED: Far-Left Michigan Democrat RUNS From 'Socialist' Label While Pushing Bernie's Agenda

Gary FranchiFebruary 16, 2026109 views
EXPOSED: Far-Left Michigan Democrat RUNS From 'Socialist' Label While Pushing Bernie's Agenda
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The far-left playbook is evolving, Patriots, and it's happening right before our eyes in Michigan's Democrat Senate primary. Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a Bernie Sanders-endorsed candidate who's been compared to New York's socialist politicians, is now frantically distancing himself from the 'socialist' label while pushing the exact same radical agenda that's destroying America.

Sound familiar? It should. This is the new Democrat strategy: wrap their anti-American policies in softer language and hope voters don't notice they're getting the same poison in a prettier package.

El-Sayed, a former public health director who rode the COVID lockdown wave to political prominence, is positioning himself as an 'outsider' who wants to 'take on the oligarchy.' But here's what he's really pushing: government-controlled healthcare, massive tax increases, and the same Green New Deal nonsense that would destroy Michigan's auto industry.

The Socialist Makeover Strategy

This isn't about genuine policy differences – it's about political survival. Democrats have watched their socialist darlings like AOC become toxic to mainstream voters, so now they're coaching candidates to reject the label while keeping all the policies.

El-Sayed knows that Michigan voters – especially in the industrial heartland – aren't buying what Bernie Sanders is selling. But instead of abandoning his radical positions, he's simply rebranding them. It's the political equivalent of putting lipstick on a pig.

What makes this even more insulting is that El-Sayed thinks Michigan voters are stupid enough to fall for it. He wants to expand government control over every aspect of your life, but don't you dare call him a socialist!

Trump's Proven Track Record

Meanwhile, President Trump is delivering real results for Michigan workers – bringing manufacturing jobs back, securing the border, and putting America First. The contrast couldn't be clearer between Trump's pro-worker agenda and the Democrats' word games.

Michigan Patriots deserve better than political charlatans who won't even be honest about their own beliefs. If El-Sayed is ashamed of being called a socialist, maybe he should stop pushing socialist policies. But we all know that's not going to happen – because the radical left never changes, they just get better at lying about who they really are.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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PatriotMom2024Verifiedjust now
This is exactly what we've been saying! They know their socialist policies are unpopular so they try to hide behind moderate language while pushing the same destructive agenda.
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ConservativeVoterVerifiedjust now
Exactly! It's all about deception and word games with these people.
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SmallBizOwnerVerifiedjust now
As someone who employs 15 people, these Bernie-style policies would destroy my business and cost jobs. Politicians like this don't understand how the real economy works.
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FiscalConservativeVerifiedjust now
Why won't she just own up to what she believes? If socialism is so great, why run from the label?
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MichiganResident47Verifiedjust now
I live in this district and can confirm - she talks like a moderate during campaign season but votes with AOC and Bernie every single time. We need to vote her out!
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TruthTeller88Verifiedjust now
Thanks for the firsthand perspective! Are you planning to volunteer for her opponent?
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MichiganResident47Verifiedjust now
Already signed up! We can't let this continue.
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RedWave2024Verifiedjust now
BUSTED! 🔥