DSA candidate backed by Mamdani has pulled in $350K in donations — but more than 60% comes from out of state

Darializa Avila Chevalier, a Democratic Socialist of America candidate supported by former presidential candidate Cornel West, has raised around $350,000 for her congressional campaign, but a surprising 60% of these funds come from out-of-state donors. Despite her campaign slogan of being "100% powered by the people," this influx from outside her home state raises questions about the authenticity of her grassroots support. This situation underscores broader debates about the influence of out-of-state money in local elections and the implications for true community-driven political movements.