Trump: ‘Any Jewish person that votes for Democrats hates their religion’

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Former President Donald Trump stirred controversy on Tuesday with his remarks suggesting that Jewish voters who support Democrats are betraying their religion and that Democrats, in general, harbor animosity toward Israel. Speaking on conservative radio with host Sebastian Gorka, Trump's comments highlighted the complex intersection of politics, religion, and international relations, particularly in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

 

In response to Gorka's question about why some Democrats, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, seemed critical of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump launched into a tirade accusing Democrats of harboring anti-Israel sentiments. He went as far as to claim that any Jewish person who supports Democrats "hates their religion" and everything about Israel. This incendiary rhetoric, coming from a former president, immediately drew condemnation from Jewish groups and the Biden administration.

 

Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, denounced Trump's remarks as defamatory and false, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan support for Israel. Similarly, White House spokesperson Andrew Bates condemned Trump's comments, highlighting the spike in antisemitic incidents globally and reaffirming President Biden's commitment to combating hate in all forms.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer also weighed in, calling Trump's comments "highly partisan and hateful" while affirming his bipartisan efforts to support the US-Israeli relationship.

 

Trump's rhetoric not only sparked controversy but also reignited discussions about the complexities of US-Israel relations and the role of partisan politics in shaping perceptions of Israel within American politics.

 

Throughout his presidency, Trump positioned himself as a staunch supporter of Israel, boasting about his administration's policies such as recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital and brokering normalization agreements between Israel and Arab nations. However, his rhetoric often raised concerns about its potential to exacerbate divisions and perpetuate stereotypes.

 

Trump's comments underscored the ongoing debate within American politics about the appropriate approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the role of partisanship in shaping attitudes toward Israel. As tensions persist in the region and political dynamics evolve, discussions about US-Israel relations are likely to remain contentious, with implications for domestic and international politics alike.

 

20.03.24

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[Chomper Higgot]

Telling Jewish folk what constitutes hating their religion.

 

Somebody get him the help he needs.

[bamnutsak]

Netanyahu seems pretty unpopular in Israel.

 

Only 15% of Israelis want Netanyahu to keep job after Gaza war, poll finds

 

JERUSALEM, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Only 15% of Israelis want Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stay in office after the war on Hamas in Gaza ends, though many more still support his strategy of crushing the militants in the Palestinian enclave, according to a poll published on Tuesday.

 

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/only-15-israelis-want-netanyahu-keep-job-after-gaza-war-poll-finds-2024-01-02/

 

 

 

I wonder what trump thinks about Israeli citizens "hating themselves"?