Breaking News: Democratic Candidate Tim Walz Promises Equal Role for Muslim Americans in Potential Administration with Kamala Harris
In a recent online meeting organized by Emgage Action, Tim Walz, the Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris's running mate, vowed to give Muslim Americans a significant role in their administration if they win the upcoming election. This move comes as Democrats aim to regain support from the Muslim community, which has been diminishing due to the U.S.'s strong support for Israel.
Vice President Harris and Walz are actively seeking the support of Muslim voters who are unhappy with President Joe Biden's administration's backing of Israel during the conflict in Gaza. While both Harris and Walz have expressed continued support for Israel, they have also emphasized the need for a ceasefire and have promised to involve Muslims in their administration.
The upcoming election on Nov. 5 between Harris and Republican Trump is expected to be highly competitive, especially in key battleground states like Michigan, where there is a significant Muslim American population. The U.S. government's support for Israel in its actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon has also been a point of contention among different Muslim groups.
Despite Emgage Action's endorsement of Harris, some other Muslim organizations have urged their supporters not to back her, citing the Democratic Party's rejection of a Palestinian speaker at a recent convention. However, Harris has not presented any major policy differences on Israel compared to Biden.
On the other hand, Trump has indicated his intention to reinstate a travel ban targeting people from predominantly Muslim countries, a policy that Biden reversed shortly after taking office in 2021. Meanwhile, Walz has expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and stressed the need for the suffering to end.
The conflict in Gaza has resulted in a significant loss of life, with Palestinian health authorities reporting over 41,000 deaths. The situation has led to a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with widespread displacement and hunger affecting the population.
During the meeting, other prominent speakers like Democratic U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison highlighted the potential for Harris to bring about a change in U.S. policy in the Middle East. Ellison praised Harris for her willingness to listen and adapt, contrasting her with older political figures like Biden and Trump.
Overall, the promise of including Muslim Americans in a potential Harris-Walz administration reflects a broader effort to address the concerns of the Muslim community and secure their support in the upcoming election. The outcome of this election could have significant implications for U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and the welfare of Muslim Americans in the country.