The Democrat Party is in shambles. But things are about to get a whole lot worse.
As this leading Congressional Leftist has triggered a civil war in the Democrat Party with this one stunning demand.
Jeffries Demands Clarity on Controversial Phrase
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has called on Zohran Mamdani, the socialist frontrunner for New York City’s Democratic mayoral nomination, to address his stance on the contentious phrase “Globalize the intifada.” The demand comes as Mamdani’s campaign gains traction, raising questions about his approach to sensitive issues like antisemitism.
Mamdani, a vocal critic of Israel, drew attention earlier this month while interviewing with the Bulwark. He described “Globalize the intifada” as an adage reflecting a “desperate desire for equality and equal rights in standing up for Palestinian human rights.” The phrase, tied to violent uprisings against Israel, has sparked heated debate, with many interpreting it as a call to harm Jewish people.
On ABC’s This Week on Sunday, Jeffries, a Brooklyn Democrat, criticized the slogan, stating, “Globalizing the intifada, by way of example, is not an acceptable phrasing.” He urged Mamdani to clarify his position, emphasizing the need for the candidate to reassure Jewish communities in New York City.
“With respect to the Jewish communities that I represent, I think our nominee is going to have to convince folks that he is prepared to aggressively address the rise in antisemitism in the city of New York, which has been an unacceptable development,” Jeffries said.
Mamdani’s Refusal to Condemn
Mamdani, who could become New York’s first Muslim and millennial mayor if elected, has consistently sidestepped condemning the phrase. During a June 17 Bulwark interview, he declined to denounce it despite pointed questions.
On Sunday’s Meet the Press, NBC host Kristen Welker pressed him three times on the issue, but Mamdani held firm.
“That’s not language that I use. The language that I use and the language that I will continue to use to lead this city is that which speaks clearly to my intent, which is an intent grounded in a belief in universal human rights,” he told Welker. He added, “I don’t believe that the role of the mayor is to police speech in the manner.”
Jeffries, who has not yet endorsed Mamdani, emphasized the importance of any mayor prioritizing the safety of all New Yorkers, particularly amid rising anti-Jewish hate.
“Any mayor, whether you’re a Democratic mayor, a Republican mayor, an independent mayor, has got to commit to the safety and well-being of all of the people of the city of New York,” he said.
Jeffries also explained his hesitation to back Mamdani, noting, “We don’t really know each other well. Our districts don’t overlap. I have never had a substantive conversation with him.”
He mentioned a recent conversation where he congratulated Mamdani on his campaign’s focus on New York’s high cost of living but indicated that further discussions are needed.
Mamdani’s Rise and Democratic Divisions
Mamdani’s unexpected victory over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the primary’s first round stunned the Democratic establishment. He is poised to secure the nomination once the primary is certified in July.
However, his far-left stances have drawn criticism from prominent Democrats like Reps. Tom Suozzi and Laura Gillen, both from New York. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, the nation’s highest-ranking elected Jewish official, has withheld his endorsement as well.
As the mayoral race intensifies, Mamdani’s refusal to distance himself from the controversial phrase continues to fuel debate, with Jeffries and others calling for clarity and a stronger commitment to combating antisemitism in New York City.
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