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politics1 year ago

"Protest Votes Surge: Uncommitted Movement Challenges Democratic Candidates"

A movement opposing President Biden's handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict has led to hundreds of thousands of voters casting protest votes for "uncommitted" in Democratic primaries on Super Tuesday, with efforts spreading to states like Minnesota, North Carolina, Colorado, and Massachusetts. Despite Biden's victories in these states, organizers see the results as a win for the cease-fire movement, aiming to push Biden to call for an immediate, permanent cease-fire and halt U.S. aid to Israel. The movement has energized young voters and progressives, with new campaigns emerging ahead of Georgia's primary.

via NPR|
#biden#democratic-primaries#israel-gaza-conflict
politics1 year ago

"Michigan Primary 2024: Biden and Trump Secure Victories Amid Israel-Hamas War Pushback"

In the Michigan Democratic primary, Biden won but faced a significant protest vote from the "uncommitted" movement, particularly from Arab, Muslim, and young voters upset over his handling of the war in Gaza. Despite this, Biden's overall support remains strong, and efforts are being made to win back dissatisfied voters. The "uncommitted" movement, backed by prominent activists and elected officials, reflects a minority of the Democratic Party's discontent with Biden. The primary results may not fully represent the Democratic electorate, as some Democrats chose to vote in the more competitive Republican primary.

via NBC News|
#arab-and-muslim-voters#biden#michigan-democratic-primary
politics1 year ago

"Trump and Biden Secure Victories in Michigan Primary Elections"

President Biden won Michigan’s Democratic primary election, but faced significant opposition over his support for Israel as it wages war in Gaza, with a substantial percentage of voters casting ballots for “uncommitted” as part of a protest movement against him. Former President Donald J. Trump also won the Republican primary, demonstrating enduring weakness within both parties as meaningful numbers of Democrats and Republicans voted against them. The "uncommitted" movement aimed to warn Mr. Biden to change his stance on Gaza or face repercussions in November, with the threat most urgent in Michigan, which was vital to Mr. Biden’s 2020 victory.

via The New York Times|
#biden#gaza-protest#michigan-primary