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politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Biden Confronted Over Israel Support During Church Visit"

President Joe Biden faced protests over his support for Israel during a speech at the Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina, where he was interrupted by activists calling for a ceasefire in Palestine. Despite the disruptions, Biden's supporters chanted "Four more years!" in response. The protests reflect growing pressure on Biden to change his stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict, with progressive activists pushing for a ceasefire. Biden's aides believe the protests underscore the need for a swift end to the fighting and hope to demonstrate his ability to handle dissent with respect and decency.

via CNN|

#israel #joe-biden #mother-emanuel-ame-church

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Biden's Visit to SC Church Highlights Election Stakes and Perils of Hate"

President Joe Biden visited the Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina, to highlight the stakes of the 2024 presidential election and the perils of hate, revisiting the 2015 racist massacre where nine Black churchgoers were killed. Biden's visit comes after his blunt speech condemning former President Donald Trump's rhetoric and actions, aiming to contrast his own message with Trump's. Biden and his aides argue that Trump's refusal to condemn white nationalists and his false claims about the 2020 election pose a threat to American democracy. Biden's visit is seen as a necessary effort to address the nation's political divide and the ongoing conversation about race and democracy.

via The Associated Press|

#2024-election #hate-fueled-violence #joe-biden

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Biden Embarks on Campaign Trail with Democracy-Focused Speeches, Drawing Sharp Contrast to Trump"

President Joe Biden is set to visit Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina, as part of his reelection campaign efforts, emphasizing the importance of Black voters in the Democratic primary. The church is a significant site for the Black community and was the location of a tragic shooting in 2015. Biden's visit, along with Vice President Kamala Harris's engagement in the state, signals the campaign's commitment to not taking Black voters for granted and to communicate the administration's achievements. The travel also indicates the start of Biden's reelection campaign, with plans to increase staff and media presence, and to maintain a strong presence on the road. Biden will also be giving a speech at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, to discuss the stakes for democracy and the risks of a second Trump term.

via POLITICO|

#2024-presidential-election #biden #black-voters