The United States, through Foreign Minister Antony Blinken, continues to push for “humanitarian pauses” in Gaza. A position which is not enough to reassure part of the American population who have been demonstrating for weeks for a total ceasefire. There were still tens of thousands marching this weekend in Washington DC and other cities. And one year before the presidential election, this war puts Joe Biden in a delicate situation. His popularity with Muslim voters has plummeted over the past three weeks.
Published on: 06/11/2023 – 00:31
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With our correspondent in New York, Loubna Anaki
» I voted for Joe Biden in 2020. And before that, I voted for Hillary Clinton and Obama, both times “. Since he was old enough to vote, Ali has voted for the Democratic Party. He planned to vote for Joe Biden again for the 2024 presidential election, but in recent weeks he has changed his mind. » I will not support a war criminal complicit in the genocide of innocent people. My taxes directly contribute to the deaths of thousands of innocent Palestinians “.
Like Ali, more and more American Muslims are criticizing the Biden administration’s current position and its handling of the war in Gaza.
» They gave them the all-clear, no questions asked, no holding Israel accountable for its actions. », declares a man.
» Honestly, Joe Biden’s unwavering support for Israel is un-American. Our country believes in freedom and justice for all. And what Israel is doing now is clearly a violation of Palestinian rights. », Estimates this woman.
In 2020, more than 65% of American Muslims voted for Joe Biden. A recent poll shows support has now fallen to less than 17%. In key states, like Michigan, which concentrate large numbers of Muslims, many are considering voting blank or for an independent candidate, and it doesn’t matter if it means a victory for Donald Trump.
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