Diverse voter backlash over Gaza war shifted 2024 US election
A new study reveals that Israel’s war on Gaza drove diverse voter groups away from the Democratic Party.
As well, swing states, critical for Democratic victories, experienced a significant shift.
The poll by YouGov notes that the impact extended beyond Arab Muslims.
Black Americans linked Gaza’s plight to racial injustices in the U.S., amplifying discontent with the party.
Progressive Jewish voters and young activists also condemned U.S. support for Israel, citing a failure to uphold human rights.
Hispanic voters, who have traditionally been supportive of progressive causes, shifted to Trump, viewing Gaza as a symbol of U.S. imperialism.
Experts say this defection highlights the interconnectedness of foreign policy and issues relating to equity within the United States.
In Michigan, voter turnout dropped in Democratic areas, and the city of Dearborn flipped to Trump and third-party candidates, marking a seismic shift from 2020.
Trump and Green Party candidate Jill Stein captured 70% of the vote, flipping a city Biden easily won in 2020.
Among those who voted for Biden in that election, 29% cited Gaza as their top issue, compared to 24% prioritizing the economy.
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