A Democratic National Committee panel failed to adopt a unified position on Israel’s war in Gaza after dueling resolutions collapsed at the summer meeting in Minneapolis.
One resolution, introduced by DNC chair Ken Martin, echoed the party platform by calling for humanitarian aid to Gaza, a ceasefire, and a two-state solution. The committee initially advanced it but Martin later withdrew the measure, citing deep divisions within the party. Instead, he referred the issue to a task force for further discussion.
On Tuesday, the Democratic National Committee is set to vote on a resolution from Allison Minnerly, a 26-year-old DNC member, calling for an arms embargo on Israel and recognition of Palestine as a state. "There will probably be divisiveness, but it’s long overdue."…
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Progressives pushed a rival resolution demanding an arms embargo and suspension of military aid to Israel. That proposal was voted down after members said it ignored Hamas’ October 7 attack.
The failed effort underscores growing Democratic infighting as progressives seek tougher condemnation of Israel, while party leaders try to balance criticism of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government with continued U.S. support for Israel.
