Adelita Grijalva Wins Democratic Primary to Succeed Late Father in Arizona's 7th District
Adelita Grijalva secures 62% of the vote in Arizona's Democratic primary, succeeding her late father Raúl Grijalva for the U.S. House seat.
Overview
- Adelita Grijalva won the Democratic primary with 62% of the vote, defeating Deja Foxx, who garnered 20-21%.
- The primary was held to fill the vacancy left by the late Raúl Grijalva, who passed away in March after 12 terms in Congress.
- Adelita Grijalva will face Republican Daniel Butierez in the special general election scheduled for September 23.
- Democrats hold a significant advantage in Arizona's 7th District, with nearly a 2-1 registration lead over Republicans.
- Grijalva's campaign is backed by prominent endorsements from figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, emphasizing her progressive platform.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame this story by emphasizing the progressive legacy of the late Rep. Raúl Grijalva and the strong Democratic leanings of the district. They highlight the progressive stances of leading Democratic candidates through descriptive language, while Republican candidates are introduced more factually, without similar ideological characterizations. This collective editorial approach subtly shapes expectations for the election's outcome.
"Adelita Grijalva was among a batch of Democratic hopefuls seeking the nomination in the primary for the 7th Congressional District seat."
CBS News"Adelita Grijalva, daughter of the late southern Arizona congressman Raúl Grijalva, has won the July 15 Democratic primary and is in the driver's seat to succeed her father in Congress."
USA TODAY"Adelita Grijalva, daughter of the late Rep. Raúl Grijalva, has been nominated by Arizona Democrats to fill her father's former seat in a September special election after winning the Democratic primary with 62% support."
NBC News"Voters in Southern Arizona cast ballots Tuesday to select nominees to succeed the late U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva, who was one of the most senior and progressive power brokers on Capitol Hill."
ABC News"Voters in Arizona’s 7th District will pick their nominees Tuesday for the Sept. 23 special election for Grijalva’s remaining term."
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Adelita Grijalva is a long-time elected official in Tucson, having served on the city’s school board and the Pima County Board of Supervisors for over two decades. She is the daughter of the late Congressman Raúl Grijalva and campaigned on continuing his progressive legacy, focusing on issues like environmental justice, reproductive rights, and welfare programs.
Adelita Grijalva won the Arizona Democratic primary for the 7th Congressional District with 62% of the vote, defeating Deja Foxx who had about 20-21%.
Adelita Grijalva will face Republican Daniel Butierez in the special general election scheduled for September 23, 2025. The 7th District has a strong Democratic advantage with nearly a 2-1 voter registration lead over Republicans.
Grijalva’s campaign centers on progressive issues such as reproductive freedom, environmental justice, defending Medicaid and SNAP, and housing affordability. She has secured endorsements from prominent progressive figures including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, and advocacy groups like Reproductive Freedom for All have supported her.
If elected, Adelita Grijalva would become the first Latina to represent Arizona in Congress, continuing her father’s legacy and representing a progressive voice for her community.
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