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Brad Lander: “I joined the DSA when I was a freshman in college in 1987.”

Featuring: Brad Lander, Democratic | New York City Comptroller

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Full interview with Brad Lander on his campaign for Congress | The Point 6.7.26

Published | Video Starts at 14:32

I don't agree with them on many things, but that actually is a good sign. We don't want endless wars. So why did you leave the DSA? Well, I joined the DSA when I was a freshman in college in 1987. so that was some time ago. And I was never endorsed by them. I have fought alongside Them for universal health care. (14:32–14:37)

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Asserts that Brad Lander joined the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in 1987.

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