Sen. Fetterman, a Democrat from Pennsylvania, distances himself from the progressive label and emphasizes the importance of focusing on Donald Trump over ideological purity tests. He has expressed support for Israel and border security, breaking with some members of his party.
Key Points
Sen. Fetterman identifies as a regular Democrat, not a progressive
He believes in focusing on issues like border security rather than ideological purity tests
Expressed support for secure borders and concern for Israel
Pros
Clear stance on prioritizing issues over ideological labels
Support for secure borders and concern for Israel
Cons
Potential backlash from progressives and right-wing for his views on Israel and border security