True Friends Never Remain Silent: Why J Street Is Wrong About the Democratic Party
Nadav Tamir, executive director of J Street-Israel, characterized the Democratic Party as “our true friends.” However, this characterization is questionable given the current state of affairs within the party.
For example, US Representative Rashida Tlaib, a Democrat, was seen holding a sign that reads “Guilty of Genocide” as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress last year. This incident underscores the divide within the party regarding Israel.
Even before October 7, 2023, the progressive wing of the Democratic Party was openly critical of Israel, frequently engaging in rhetoric that many see as harmful to the US-Israel relationship, says the writer.
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