For nearly a century, American Jews stood as a vital pillar of the Democratic Party, drawn to its unwavering commitment to civil rights, religious freedom, and the protection of minorities. Their allegiance was not just political—it was rooted in shared values and a vision of justice that the party once championed without hesitation.

That commitment was evident in 1948 when President Harry Truman became the first world leader to recognize Israel, a bold move that signaled America’s support for Jewish self-determination. It continued in 1964, as Jewish activists linked arms with Martin Luther King Jr., marching together for civil rights and racial equality.

By 1993, when Bill Clinton hosted the signing of the Oslo Accords at the White House, the party’s dedication to Middle East peace further solidified its bond with the Jewish community.

But over the past decade, that stance has shifted dramatically. Jews—once seen as victims of discrimination—are now often labeled as part of the problem. The same party that once fought antisemitism now tolerates and even amplifies it.

In 2019, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) claimed that support for Israel was “all about the Benjamins,” suggesting Jewish money controls U.S. politics.

When criticized, she brushed it off as speaking the truth. The Democratic leadership condemned her remarks but took no real action. A resolution meant to censure Omar was watered down into a vague statement against hate, never even mentioning her by name.

That same year, Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) claimed Palestinians provided a “safe haven” for Jews after the Holocaust, ignoring the historical record of Palestinian leaders collaborating with the Nazis and violently opposing Jewish refugees.

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