Former aides to Senator John Fetterman have voiced disapproval over his staunch support for Israel, citing concerns about his alleged lack of empathy for the Palestinian people. The resignations of several key members of Fetterman's communications team have been attributed to this issue.
Former aides to Senator John Fetterman have expressed their disappointment and disapproval over his staunch support for Israel, alleging a lack of empathy for the Palestinian people. The senator's unwavering support for Israel has reportedly caused friction within his staff, leading to the resignation of four members of his communications team.
According to a recent report from Vanity Fair, one former aide stated that Fetterman's "utter lack of any empathy for the Palestinians being slaughtered" disturbed members of his staff. The aide went on to say that Fetterman's support for Israel was "completely out of step with his progressive values."
Another former aide corroborated this sentiment, expressing concern that Fetterman's position on Israel was "deeply problematic" and could damage the Democratic Party's reputation. The aide stated that Fetterman's support for Israel was "not reflective of the values of his constituents" and that he was "out of touch" with the growing movement within the party to hold Israel accountable for its actions towards the Palestinians.
The resignations of four members of Fetterman's communications team were reportedly related to this issue. The departures have left a significant void in his staff, as the communications team is responsible for handling media inquiries, public relations, and social media management.
Fetterman, a Democrat who won the Pennsylvania Senate seat in 2022, has been a vocal supporter of Israel throughout his career. He has voted consistently in favor of pro-Israel legislation and has expressed unwavering support for Israel's right to self-defense.
However, Fetterman's critics argue that his support for Israel has blinded him to the plight of the Palestinians. They maintain that Israel's treatment of the Palestinians is a violation of international law and that Fetterman's failure to condemn Israel's actions is a betrayal of his progressive values.
Fetterman's office has not yet responded to the allegations made by his former aides. However, the senator has previously defended his support for Israel, arguing that it is in line with American interests and values.
The controversy over Fetterman's Israel stance highlights the growing divide within the Democratic Party on this issue. While many Democrats remain staunch supporters of Israel, a growing number are calling for a more critical approach to Israel's policies towards the Palestinians.
