Bernie Sanders, Kamala Harris Condemn Effort To Rebuke Ilhan Omar

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16. The two responses are not even close. Senator Harris brought up all the issues involved, and

made a point that criticism of Israel is not necessarily anti-Semitic, but at the same time, accusing someone of "dual loyalties" because you disagree with them on these issues is wrong.

Her views were far more balanced, and Presidential, than Sanders, and emphasized her support for a two-state solution, which is the official US. policy.

"We all have a responsibility to speak out against anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, homophobia, transphobia, racism, and all forms of hatred and bigotry, especially as we see a spike in hate crimes in America. But like some of my colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus, I am concerned that the spotlight being put on Congresswoman Omar may put her at risk.

We should be having a sound, respectful discussion about policy. You can both support Israel and be loyal to our country. I also believe there is a difference between criticism of policy or political leaders, and anti-Semitism. At the end of the day, we need a two-state solution and a commitment to peace, human rights, and democracy by all leaders in the region ― and a commitment by our country to help achieve that."

In fairness to Sanders he has made it very clear that he does NOT support the BDS movement, and has said he supports a two-state solution, much to the disappointment of a good number of his supporters.

My view is that Senator Harris articulated all the issues involved, and what it encompasses completely, while Senator Sanders response was incomplete.

One thing for certain, this will become an issue during the primaries, and will be part of the Democratic debate where questions will be asked if a candidate supports the BDS movement, and the so-called one-state solution, which is another name for the destruction of Israel, or a two-state solution.

It will be interesting to see what happens