The Rise of Progressives in Hudson County

Dec 03 2025 | 00:23:40

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Show Notes

HudPost sits down with Hector Oseguera to reflect on the 2020 congressional run that helped spark a progressive wave in Hudson County. They discuss the recent election results in Jersey City and Hoboken, the fall of machine politics, and the structural changes that allowed progressive candidates to break through. Oseguera also shares insight into the origins of the movement, challenges faced by early progressive candidates, and what the future may hold for local politics.

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