Darializa Avila Chevalier, backed by Democratic Socialists groups, scored an upset in New York’s 13th District primary and has become a flashpoint after resurfaced deleted social posts praising Marx and criticizing police and the U.S. prompted criticism from Democratic leaders and media about the party’s direction and electability. Christians should call for truth and wisdom in public debate, defend the dignity of neighbors across political lines, and press for mercy and justice in policies and leadership.