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Abdul El-Sayed
PoliticianLeft
A doctor and progressive Senate hopeful in Michigan.
Notable Quotes
"If the Democratic Party had more concerns for everyday people they'd be fighting on the same policies I'm fighting for."View Story →
"In the words of Mohammad Ali, 'We shook up the world.'"View Story →
"The movement to get money out of politics, put money in your pocket, and pass Medicare for All is a big movement."View Story →
"Whatever happens tonight, we have a responsibility to ensure that we unite."View Story →
"I stand in solidarity with my Jewish sisters and brothers."View Story →
""We built this campaign brick by brick""View Story →
""Evil is ripping healthcare away from working people in exchange for tax breaks for billionaires.""View Story →
Related Stories
As Michigan Senate race heats up, Vance calls El-Sayed 'evil'
El-Sayed faces Trump ally Mike Rogers in what has quickly become a senate race characterised by personal attacks and insults between the two.
September 1, 2026Left-wing political outsider wins Democratic Senate primary in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed, the son of Egyptian immigrants, would be the first Muslim US senator if elected in November.
August 5, 2026El-Sayed's victory sends tremors through Democratic Party
His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popularity in a swing state.
August 5, 2026Michigan to decide bitter Senate Democratic primary in test for divided party
Moderate congresswoman Haley Stevens faces a stiff challenge from left-wing outsider Abdul El-Sayed.
August 4, 2026Left-wing Democrats are on a winning run - but can they lure back crucial swing voters?
They have seen a flurry of recent wins, but Michigan will test their ability to win back working-class voters in crucial states.
July 26, 2026