Jewish Democrat backs GOP congressman Israel antisemitism
4 sources · 3 weeks agoUnderreported
Summary
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What happened
- Michigan Rep. Rashida Tlaib called on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to block an Israeli defense company, Capture Systems, from opening a manufacturing facility in Sterling Heights, saying it produces weapons used in Gaza.
JNS.org
Israel National News
- Tlaib opposed the state's $936,000 grant to the company, arguing the funds should support local businesses instead.
- A Jewish Democratic official in New York, Montebello Deputy Mayor Stacy Caridi, endorsed Republican congressman Mike Lawler, citing his stance against antisemitism and support for Israel.
Jewish Insider
Why it matters
The endorsement reflects a split among Jewish Democrats over which party better represents pro-Israel values and antisemitism concerns.JNS.org
Jewish Insider
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By political lean
- Center 1
- Right 3
By coverage of Israel
- Staunchly pro-Israel 3
- Supportive 1
By press
- Jewish and pro-Israel press 3
- Israeli press 1
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More coverage
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COLliveRight · Jewish and pro-Israel press3 weeks ago
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