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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Who is Deja Foxx? Arizona Democratic primary challenger rejects 'influencer' tag
Activist and social media personality Deja Foxx has fallen short in her bid for the Democratic nomination to to replace Rep. Raúl Grijalva, the once Democratic stalwart of Southern Arizona who died from lung cancer in March. The 25-year-old was one of three major candidates in the Democratic primary July 15, which Adelita Grijalva, former Pima County Supervisor and daughter of the late representative, led Tuesday night. Grijalva led Foxx by 18,929 as of 11:30 p.m. ET, according to the Arizona Secretary of State's office. The Associated Press estimates that about 65% of the ballots cast have been counted and has called the race for Grijalva. Adelita Grijalva gets Dem. nom: Daughter of late Arizona congressman wins primary in bid to fill his House seat The winner of Tuesday's primary will be the favorite to head to Washington from southern Arizona, as a Democrat has held the seat since it was created following the 2000 census. Here's what you need to know about Deja Foxx. Foxx was raised in Tucson by her single mother and experienced homelessness in childhood due to her mother's struggle with substance abuse, according to her campaign website. Foxx first rose to viral prominence in 2017, when she directly challenged then-Arizona Republican Sen. Jeff Flake at a town hall for his stance on birth control and abortion. "I'm wondering, as a Planned Parenthood patient and someone who relies on Title X, who you are clearly not, why it's your right to take away my right to choose Planned Parenthood and to choose no-copay birth control, to access that," Foxx said. "If you can explain that to me, I would appreciate it." Flake announced his retirement later that year. Foxx worked for Kamala Harris' 2020 presidential campaign and hosted the Hotties for Harris party at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, according to Politico. Foxx is one of a wave of young Democratic candidates who say they aim to remake the party that lost the White House last November. David Hogg, activist and former co-vice chair of the Democratic Party, and his political group, Leaders We Deserve, have endorsed Foxx in the primary. The two Democratic Senators from Arizona endorsed Grijalva - a move Foxx described to the Arizona Republic, part of the USA TODAY Network, as "putting their thumb on the scale in my race" – along with left-wing independent Sen. Bernie Sanders and progressive Democrat Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Foxx's stances lean to the left of the Democratic coalition, with her website stating, "housing is a human right" and calling for a $17 an hour federal minimum wage. Her previous work within the Democratic party is a contrast to Democratic Socialists of America-aligned challengers, such as Democratic nominee for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Minneapolis mayoral candidate Omar Fateh. Foxx told the Republic that voters would be able to decide whether the political experience of Grijalva or her lived experience of relying on government programs would matter more on primary day. "She's never relied on Medicaid, or food stamps, or Section 8 housing: The things that Donald Trump has in his crosshairs,' Foxx said. 'That's a depth that I think most politicians lack … They don't know what it's like for people in D.C. to debate the things that you live on, that you need just to get by.' Foxx told the Republic earlier this month that she rejects the label of influencer. 'I think that people label me an influencer in an attempt to belittle the work that I do,' she said. "My first video that ever went viral, and the subsequent drumbeat of viral videos I've had, have had everything to do with my advocacy work on the ground." She told the newspaper that she believes it is reductive to label her as simply being an online personality. "Every save is something that has inspired someone enough that they want to come back to it … And every like is an endorsement that we are doing something different," Foxx said. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Who is Deja Foxx, the Arizona 25-year-old running for Congress
New York Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- New York Times
A Scion of Democratic Politics Defeats the Upstarts in an Arizona Primary
The Mamdani momentum withered in the deserts of southern Arizona on Tuesday night. In a Democratic primary election that pitted continuity and experience against generational change, voters decided to stick with what they knew, nominating Adelita Grijalva, the oldest daughter of Representative Raúl Grijalva, to fill the House seat of her father, who had held it for more than 20 years until his death in March. The Associated Press called the race for Ms. Grijalva, who was winning more than 60 percent of votes counted. Deja Foxx, a Gen Z activist who tried to recreate the youthful magic of Zohran Mamdani's campaign for New York City mayor, attracted millions of fans on social media. But with about 20 percent of votes, the 25-year-old was not able to translate viral support into victory at the polls. Daniel Hernandez, a former state lawmaker who ran as a moderate, won 14 percent of the vote. He had made the pitch that Democrats needed to move away from social issues and focus on economic struggles in order to win back Hispanic men who moved dramatically toward President Trump in 2024. Ms. Grijalva is all but guaranteed victory in the special election on Sept. 23, when she will face the Republican primary winner, Daniel Butierez, in a heavily Democratic district. Ms. Grijalva's win showed the limits of anti-establishment energy in a heavily Latino district where many voters are still fond of Mr. Grijalva and his staunchly liberal support for immigrants and the environment. Young progressives and frustrated Democrats wanted a change of face, if not necessarily of policies. They had hoped the anti-establishment fervor that helped Mr. Mamdani defeat former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and other better-known rivals in New York's mayoral primary would also defeat the Grijalva name in Arizona's heavily Democratic Seventh Congressional District. They criticized Ms. Grijalva as a 'legacy last name,' and argued that her campaign to replace her father reflected a sclerotic Democratic Party's reliance on uninspiring, familiar candidates over fresh voices. Ms. Grijalva unabashedly embraced her father's legacy, saying she was proud to be his daughter and would carry on his liberal policies. During the campaign, she talked about how her time as a school-board member and Pima County supervisor had mirrored Mr. Grijalva's own political career, and how he had discussed the possibility that she would one day run for his seat. Despite the country's distaste for establishment Democrats, Ms. Grijalva benefited from her family's deep ties with southern Arizona. She was endorsed by Arizona's two Democratic senators as well as prominent progressives including Senator Bernie Sanders, independent of Vermont, and Representative Alexandria Ocasio Cortez of New York, who was Ms. Foxx's model, if not her ally. A host of unions, immigrant-rights groups and other progressive groups offered her support and help knocking on doors and goading voters to participate in a low-turnout summertime special election.
Washington Post
6 days ago
- Politics
- Washington Post
Southern Arizona voters cast ballots to select nominees to succeed late US Rep. Raúl Grijalva
PHOENIX — 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. His death in March left the seat wide open for the first time in over two decades. Grijalva was a champion of environmental protections and reliably went to bat for immigrants and Native American tribes. He routinely breezed past GOP challengers in the deep-blue district, which stretches across most of the state's border with Mexico and includes parts of Tucson and nearby counties.
Washington Post
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
Deep-blue Arizona congressional district is up for grabs. Who will fill Raúl Grijalva's shoes?
PHOENIX — For over two decades, much of southern Arizona was represented in Congress by Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva, a champion of environmental , immigrant and Native American causes who cast a large shadow in progressive politics. He staked out principled but often futile positions, led an influential bloc of progressive elected officials and breezed past Republican challengers in a career that ended with his death in March at age 77 .
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Travel + Leisure
03-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Travel + Leisure
Amazon Is a Goldmine for Breezy, Wrinkle-free Summer Tops That Look Fresh All Day—Starting at Just $7
As a frequent flier, there's nothing I dislike more than having to iron my outfits on vacation. Wrinkle-free shirts have become my favorite go-to for looking fresh, put-together, and, most importantly, feeling comfy during flights and at my destination. Amazon's fashion store is currently filled with wrinkle-free summer tops that are lightweight and less than $30. That includes simple T-shirts you can dress up or down, as well as flowy tank tops to help keep you cool. Check out some of the most popular picks below for as little as $7, and say goodbye to packing a portable steamer this season. Versatility is key for a travel wardrobe, and this tank top checks off that box with how easy it is to dress up or down. One traveler loved it because of its ability to pack down without wrinkling, while another shopper said it was comfortable to wear in Southern Arizona when the temperature was 106 degrees Fahrenheit. You can give your classic T-shirt an upgrade with this cute summer top that has elegant ruched-textured sleeves. You won't have to reach for the hotel iron either, one reviewer said the fabric is wrinkle-resistant, making it 'perfect for travel.' Wear with maxi skirts, shorts, linen pants, and more. More than 10,000 shoppers have given this blouse a five-star rating—and not just for its 'wrinkle-resistant' material. The sleeves have a flowy, ruffled design that creates a graceful look you can wear to cruise dinners, wine vineyard tours, and other formal vacation activities. It's especially helpful if you want to get dressed up, but you're not a dress person. You can't go wrong with a floral top, and this T-shirt is proof. The sleeves have a romantic ruffle detail that, paired with the subtle V-neck, will instantly dress up even a pair of denim shorts. One traveler took it on three summer trips and said it 'resisted wrinkles when packed.' Not only does this top 'look amazing on,' as per one shopper, but it has a simple design that makes it easy to style with a flowy skirt or layered under a denim jacket (so you can wear it in the fall too). Another shopper loved how 'super soft and breathable' the material was, so they ordered two more. You'll want to pack this on every trip for its 'very wrinkle-resistant' fabric that has 'good bounce and stretch to it,' according to one reviewer who wore it on a beach vacation. The top has adjustable straps that'll deepen the V-neckline, and comes in 17 colors, including an eye-catching hot pink. Whether you're lounging by the resort pool or sitting in a plane for hours, you can count on this T-shirt for comfort. It has a lightweight, breathable fabric and an oversized V-neckline that can be worn off the shoulder. One traveler loved the top so much they got it in six colors for a tropical island vacation. If you want something that will require minimal styling to dress up your outfits, this T-shirt should always be in your suitcase. Made with a double-tiered ruffle sleeve, this summer top has a relaxed fit and can be worn tucked into your shorts or loose for a more casual vibe. One shopper said it comes out of the dryer wrinkle-free, so you can wear it all day without worrying about acquiring creases. This summer shirt gives you an off the shoulder look and features 'sharp' colors that look exactly like the picture, according to one Amazon reviewer. Another shopper said it goes with shorts or pants so you can wear it multiple times on vacation. They also added it's easy to wash and dries wrinkle-free. This summer top offers a more elevated look than basic tank tops because of its elegant pleated design. It's also 'buttery smooth,' according to one shopper who said they were able to wear it right out of the zippered delivery bag without ironing. Another reviewer, who bought the shirt in several colors, called it perfect for travel since it doesn't wrinkle and it washes well. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
