Bowman Trails Latimer in Democratic Primary Polls for New York's 16th District
George Latimer leads Rep. Jamaal Bowman by a significant margin in the polls, with endorsements from key Democratic and Jewish groups.
- Rep. Jamaal Bowman trails George Latimer by 17 points in New York's 16th Congressional District Democratic primary, according to multiple polls.
- Latimer's lead over Bowman widens among more politically active Democratic voters and those familiar with both candidates.
- Bowman's job performance ratings are significantly lower than Latimer's among Democratic primary voters in the district.
- The Democratic Majority for Israel PAC and other Jewish Democratic groups have endorsed Latimer, citing Bowman's contentious comments regarding Israel.
- Bowman's campaign has dismissed the poll results, questioning the credibility of the pollsters and emphasizing his stance on advocating for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.