Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refused to accept calls for a cease-fire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, despite mounting pressure from the United States and other countries. Israeli ground forces have pushed into the densely populated Palestinian territory, causing immense destruction and loss of life, with the UN estimating 230 Palestinians killed, including 65 children, and 12 Israeli deaths, including two children. Hamas militants have prepared for years to fight street by street using a vast network of tunnels.
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Survey Reveals Biden’s Support Has Dropped Significantly Among Muslim and Arab Democrats in Michigan
Survey Reveals Biden’s Support Has Dropped Significantly Among Muslim and Arab Democrats in Michigan
A survey conducted by Joe Biden's former pollster has revealed a drop in support among Muslim and Arab Democrats in Michigan, a key demographic group that overwhelmingly backed Biden in the swing state in 2020. Rep. Rashida Tlaib and Rep. Pramila Jayapal have both called for a cease-fire in Gaza, with Tlaib accusing Biden of supporting "the genocide of the Palestinian people". The survey results suggest that Biden's handling of the war in Gaza could have a major impact on the 2022 midterms, and he will need to take decisive action to maintain the support of Muslim and Arab Democrats.
A new survey shows that Joe Biden's support has dropped significantly among Muslim and Arab Democrats in Michigan, a key swing state in 2020. This lends credence to warnings from community leaders that Biden's handling of the war in Gaza could cost him the state. In Gaza, the situation is dire with no access to basic necessities and a third total internet outage.
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders has expressed his disapproval of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the Palestinian sovereignty issue, criticizing his "extreme" and "racist" policies. Palestinian American Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib responded with a video featuring pro-Palestinian protests and remarks from President Joe Biden, ending with a call to remember in 2024. Sanders concluded by expressing his hope that Israeli voters will "get rid of" Netanyahu and elect a government that understands the severity of the crisis.
On October 7th, a Hamas attack on the Kibbutz Holit in Israel left 1,400 people dead. In the aftermath, Mohamad Mattar, a Palestinian social and humanitarian worker, was allegedly detained and assaulted by a group of Israeli troops and settlers. This incident has caused alarm among Palestinians in the West Bank, as reports of violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinian residents continue to mount.
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency is providing support to 89 bakeries in Gaza to provide bread to 1.7 million people, as the average Palestinian is living on two pieces of bread. Israel's military recently carried out a deadly strike in Gaza City, resulting in at least 15 deaths and dozens of injuries. The UNRWA's efforts come at a time of increased violence and destruction in the region.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib has accused President Joe Biden of supporting "the genocide of the Palestinian people" in a video posted Friday, sparking debate over the Biden administration's stance on the conflict in Gaza. Hassan Abdel Salam, a human rights professor based in Minneapolis, has expressed concern about the White House's messaging and has decided to not vote for Biden and encourage others to do the same. It remains to be seen how the Biden campaign will respond to the accusations and how the White House will address the ongoing conflict.
At least 36 journalists have been killed since the start of the war between Israel and Hamas on October 7th, with 12 journalists killed in the past eight days alone. The Committee to Protect Journalists is calling for an end to the violence and for all sides to ensure the safety of journalists covering the conflict. Israel has launched airstrikes at the territory and declared war, but there is no clear plan from Israel about how this campaign might end.