The pro-Palestinian group that once focused on opposing President Biden has now shifted its attention to Vice President Kamala Harris, announcing their new campaign called “Abandon Harris.” The group is focused on exposing and opposing Harris as they believe she is complicit in genocide. They are calling on people to join them in holding the Democratic Party accountable for the bloodshed in Gaza. Anti-Israel sentiment has been on the rise within the left side of the political spectrum, leading to protests and demonstrations against speakers at the Democratic National Convention.
The group behind “Abandon Harris” believes that the Democratic Party has actively participated in the violence in Gaza and has no interest in ending the genocide there. Despite Harris’ efforts to reach out to anti-Israel demonstrators during her speech at the Democratic National Convention, where she reiterated the administration’s support for Israel’s right to defend itself, the group remains steadfast in their opposition to her. They view her meetings with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discussions of a cease-fire deal as inadequate responses to the situation in Gaza.
Anti-Israel activists have been a constant presence at the DNC, expressing their discontent with Harris’ campaign and the Democratic Party’s support for Israel. The group behind “Abandon Harris” hopes to mobilize people of conscience to join them in opposing Harris and holding the Democratic Party accountable for what they see as complicity in the violence in Gaza. The shift from “Abandon Biden” to “Abandon Harris” reflects a growing focus on Harris’ role in the administration’s approach to the conflict in the Middle East.
The shift towards opposing Harris and the Democratic Party’s support for Israel is part of a larger movement on the left voicing dissent against U.S. foreign policy in the region. While Harris has stated her commitment to Israel’s right to defend itself, she has also expressed concern about the humanitarian situation in Gaza. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in devastating casualties among innocent Palestinian people, prompting calls for a more balanced approach to the situation.
The tensions surrounding Israel and Gaza have led to increased activism and protests within the Democratic Party and on the left side of the political spectrum. The group behind “Abandon Harris” is just one example of the growing discontent with the party’s stance on the conflict. Harris’ attempts to address the concerns of anti-Israel protesters have not appeased the group, who remains critical of her approach to the situation in Gaza. As the conflict continues, it remains to be seen how the Democratic Party will respond to these growing calls for accountability and a change in policy towards Israel.
