Trump's Strange Bedfellows: Arab Americans and Right-Leaning Jews
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In the final hours before Election Day, Donald Trump’s surrogates emphasized a critical choice for voters: "Choose peace over war," said Mayor Amer Ghalib, positioning Democrats as warmongers.
At the rally, Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers embraced unity, acknowledging the diverse Arab community: "We all want a path to peace," stressing the unique coalition formed around shared values.
Trump’s surprising appeal to some Arab American and Muslim voters stemmed from dissatisfaction with Biden's support for Israel in the Gaza conflict, despite traditional voting patterns.
Even as Trump celebrates a decisive victory, both pro-Israel supporters and some Arab American backers remain skeptical of the longevity of this unconventional coalition and its dynamics.
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