Former Anti-Trump Republican Runs for Congress as Democrat
In a surprising move, George Conway, the conservative lawyer who once worked on behalf of Donald Trump's family and was involved in the infamous " Lincoln Project" anti-Republican group, has announced his candidacy for Congress. Conway, a former husband of Kellyanne Conway - Trump's 2016 campaign manager and senior adviser - is now running as a Democrat, citing the need to take down what he calls a "corrupt president" who has been eroding American democracy.
Conway, whose personal journey from Republican to Democrat will surely attract attention, claims to have lost everything fighting against Trump, including his reputation. However, he remains resolute in his opposition to Trump's policies and style of governance, stating that the country needs new laws to safeguard its democracy.
As a seasoned advocate for truth-telling and accountability, Conway aims to be a "game-changer" in Congress. His platform includes fighting for fundamental rights, protecting New Yorkers' economic needs, and strengthening democracy against autocratic tendencies.
This fresh entry into politics adds another layer of complexity to the already crowded field vying for the Manhattan congressional seat currently held by Jerry Nadler. Conway's decision is likely seen as a calculated move, leveraging his expertise in law and politics to push back against what he perceives as an authoritarian government.
With Trump's influence still present in American politics, George Conway's candidacy could have significant implications for New York and beyond. As the Democratic field for this seat continues to grow, it remains to be seen whether Conway can build a winning coalition of supporters behind his anti-Trump message.
In a surprising move, George Conway, the conservative lawyer who once worked on behalf of Donald Trump's family and was involved in the infamous " Lincoln Project" anti-Republican group, has announced his candidacy for Congress. Conway, a former husband of Kellyanne Conway - Trump's 2016 campaign manager and senior adviser - is now running as a Democrat, citing the need to take down what he calls a "corrupt president" who has been eroding American democracy.
Conway, whose personal journey from Republican to Democrat will surely attract attention, claims to have lost everything fighting against Trump, including his reputation. However, he remains resolute in his opposition to Trump's policies and style of governance, stating that the country needs new laws to safeguard its democracy.
As a seasoned advocate for truth-telling and accountability, Conway aims to be a "game-changer" in Congress. His platform includes fighting for fundamental rights, protecting New Yorkers' economic needs, and strengthening democracy against autocratic tendencies.
This fresh entry into politics adds another layer of complexity to the already crowded field vying for the Manhattan congressional seat currently held by Jerry Nadler. Conway's decision is likely seen as a calculated move, leveraging his expertise in law and politics to push back against what he perceives as an authoritarian government.
With Trump's influence still present in American politics, George Conway's candidacy could have significant implications for New York and beyond. As the Democratic field for this seat continues to grow, it remains to be seen whether Conway can build a winning coalition of supporters behind his anti-Trump message.