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Alex Bores lost in New York. But so did his enemies in the AI industry.

Lasher defeated Bores while supporting the RAISE Act and campaigning for additional AI regulation.

Alex Bores lost in New York. But so did his enemies in the AI industry.
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Alex Bores lost New York’s 12th District Democratic primary to Micah Lasher, but the article argues that Lasher’s support for strict AI regulation undermines claims that industry opposition can deter Democrats from backing such rules.

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ALSO MENTIONED  Chris Larsen, Donor who contributed to Bores’s campaign; Jesse Ferguson, Democratic strategist who advised the Bores campaign; Kathy Hochul, Governor cited as a political connection of Lasher; Michael Bloomberg, Political figure cited as a personal connection of Lasher

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Micah Lasher Wins New York 12th District Democratic Primary

Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District; the crowded contest also featured Alex Bores and Jack Schlossberg. Left-leaning outlets present the result as a setback for opponents of stricter AI regulation. Center outlets largely describe a crowded, costly primary, highlighting Schlossberg’s Kennedy profile and the fight over AI spending and regulation. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Lasher’s win, prominent rivals and campaign dynamics, though one article uses derisive language about losing candidates.

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