Staff Reports
Representative Shri Thanedar (D-Michigan) has courageously chosen to sever ties with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in light of their endorsement of a demonstration with antisemitic sentiments in New York City. Thanedar, one of the five current DSA members representing Congress, stated that his departure from the organization was precipitated by his condemnation of the "hate-filled" rally. The Michigan Democrat issued a statement on Wednesday expressing his incapability to affiliate with an organization that does not condemn any manifestation of terrorism.
Israel war: @RepShriThanedar abandons Democratic Socialists of America following 'hate-filled and antisemitic' rally
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— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) October 12, 2023
Thanedar voiced his steadfast endorsement of Israel's prerogative to defend itself, particularly in light of the heinous terrorist assaults orchestrated by Hamas, which resulted in the loss of countless innocent lives. Thanedar maintains that his objectives as a congressman, which include promoting equity and universal healthcare, remain unaltered. However, he contends that terminating his association with the DSA is in the best interest of his constituents. His objective is to actively participate in the development of a more equitable global community, rather than exacerbating animosity.
I renounce my membership in the DSA pic.twitter.com/rtpxStKW2Q
— Congressman Shri Thanedar (@RepShriThanedar) October 11, 2023
At the moment, four members of the House of Democrats continue to be affiliated with the DSA. Representatives Greg Casar (D-TX), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), and Cori Bush (D-MO) remain affiliated with the organization. Representative Jamaal Bowman (D-New York), as reported by the New York Times, permitted his membership to expire a year ago. Notably, both Ocasio-Cortez and Bowman issued condemnations regarding the antisemitic demonstrations that transpired in New York City.
The escalation of the conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in Israel's first declaration of war against the terrorist organization since 1973. Sadly, more than 2,200 individuals have perished in the violence in both Israel and Gaza. At least 22 Americans are among the deceased, according to the Associated Press. It is of the utmost importance that leaders adopt a resolute position against terrorism and demonstrate solidarity with Israel's prerogative to safeguard its citizens as the crisis progresses.
