There has been a growing concern among Muslim and Arab voters over the Biden administration’s handling of the situation in the Middle East. As a result, Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz addressed a Democratic Muslim voter group to try and engage with this demographic. The event organized by Emgage Action, coincided with the launch of a group called Arab Americans for Harris-Walz. During the event, Walz expressed sympathy for the pain felt by the Arab and Muslim community due to the ongoing conflicts in the region. He reassured voters that a Harris-Walz administration would address Islamophobia and ensure Muslim engagement and representation within the government.
There has been worry among some Muslim and Arab voters about supporting Harris due to her perceived lack of policy concessions and outreach. Some have turned to third-party candidates or expressed a desire to stay home on Election Day. However, speakers at the event emphasized that not voting for Harris could lead to a victory for Donald Trump, which would be detrimental to the issues Democrats care about, including peace in the Middle East.
Support for Harris has been met with mixed feelings among Muslim and Arab voters, with concerns about her alignment with Biden’s policies towards Israel. However, speakers at the event stressed that Harris is a good listener who is capable of changing her mind. They urged voters to consider that supporting Harris and Walz would be the best option for their community, rather than risking another term for Trump, who they fear would prioritize Israeli interests over Palestinian rights.
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