Organizers in several Super Tuesday states are mobilizing voters to oppose President Biden at the ballot box, citing his stance on the war in Israel and Gaza as a key issue. The movement, which gained momentum in Michigan last month, has seen more than 101,000 Michiganders vote “uncommitted” in the state’s Democratic primary.
The campaign was initiated by a group of young Arab Americans in Michigan, urging voters to protest Biden’s alliance with Israel. This effort earned two delegates to the Democratic National Convention and inspired similar movements in other states like Colorado, Minnesota, and Massachusetts.
While the campaigns in these states have been organized with limited time and resources, organizers are focused on sending a message to President Biden to call for a permanent cease-fire in the region. They hope to push the administration to shift its position on the conflict.
Despite the expected wins for Biden in the upcoming primary contests, organizers believe that any slip in support could impact his re-election prospects in November. They are determined to show their dissatisfaction with the current administration’s handling of the situation in Israel and Gaza.
The Biden administration has recently taken steps to urge a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, including airdropping meals into the region and calling for immediate action to address the humanitarian crisis. However, organizers opposing Biden believe that these efforts are not enough and are pushing for further policy changes.
Some of Biden’s allies are concerned that continued opposition to the president could weaken him in the general election against former President Trump. However, organizers remain steadfast in their mission to hold Biden accountable for his stance on the conflict.
The Super Tuesday efforts are also supported by the national Abandon Biden campaign, which consists of voters and organizers who have pledged not to vote for Biden in November. They are determined to challenge the Democratic Party and any officials who support what they view as a genocide in the region.
The movement may extend beyond Super Tuesday, with organizers in Georgia and Washington planning similar efforts in their upcoming primaries. The goal is to ensure that President Biden understands that their votes are not to be taken for granted.
Overall, the pushback against President Biden’s stance on the war in Israel and Gaza is gaining traction in several states, with organizers determined to make their voices heard and hold the administration accountable for its actions.
