AIPAC Donors Back Real Estate Tycoon Who Opposed Gaza Ceasefire for Deep-Blue Chicago Seat

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AIPAC's Pro-Israel Donors Rally Behind Chicago Candidate Who Opposed Gaza Ceasefire

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is backing a candidate in the Democratic primary for Illinois' 8th congressional district, despite their history of opposing pro-Palestinian stances. Jason Friedman, one of 18 candidates vying to replace Rep. Danny Davis, has pulled ahead in fundraising with donations totaling over $1.5 million.

Friedman's campaign received a significant influx of funds from major AIPAC donors, including the American Israel Public Affairs Committee PAC and its super PAC, United Democracy Project. The two groups spent more than $100 million on elections last year and ousted two leading critics of Israel from Congress. Friedman has not made Israel a part of his campaign platform, but he has been endorsed by pro-Israel organizations.

At least 17 Friedman donors have given to the United Democracy Project, with contributions totaling over $1.6 million. Those who have donated include gaming executive Greg Carlin, investor Tony Davis, and attorney Steven Lavin. The candidate's fundraising boost has also come from the finance and real estate industries, where just under a quarter of his donors work.

Critics argue that accepting funds from AIPAC donors who support Israel's actions in Gaza, including alleged genocide, raises questions about Friedman's stance on the issue. Former Illinois congresswoman Marie Newman stated, "If you're taking money from people who are supporting a far right-wing government that is executing a genocide, what does that say about you?"

Friedman's campaign has not responded to requests for comment, but his fundraising boost has raised concerns among some Democrats in Chicago. The city recently passed a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, with Mayor Brandon Johnson casting the tie-breaking vote.

As the election approaches, Friedman is running largely on taking on President Donald Trump on issues from health care to education and the economy. His campaign website lists support for strong unions, access to education, reducing gun violence, and job training and support.

Meanwhile, other candidates in the race have taken a more progressive stance on Israel-Palestine issues. Gun violence activist Kina Collins is running against Davis and has received endorsements from several pro-Palestinian groups.
 
I'm not sure about this one... 🤔 AIPAC backing Jason Friedman's campaign with over $1.5 million in donations feels like a big deal, especially given his history of opposing pro-Palestinian stances. It's raising some red flags for me - I mean, if you're taking money from people who are supporting actions that could be considered genocide, does it change your stance on the issue? 🤷‍♀️ At least 17 donors have contributed over $1.6 million to Friedman's campaign through the United Democracy Project... it's a lot of big bucks for someone who hasn't made Israel part of their platform. I think we need to see more from Friedman on this front, you know? 💸
 
I'm not entirely surprised that AIPAC is backing Jason Friedman's campaign, but it does raise some red flags 🚨. On one hand, it's great to see a candidate with strong union support and progressive stances on issues like gun violence and education 🎯. However, accepting funds from donors who are essentially pro-Israeli without any nuance or critical examination of the situation seems problematic 🤔. It's like Friedman is getting money for his campaign but not necessarily aligning his own views with that funding source 🤑. I'm all for taking on Trump and pushing progressive policies, but can we please have a more transparent discussion about Israel-Palestine issues? 💬
 
I'm seeing some major red flags with this whole AIPAC thing. It's like they're trying to buy influence over our politicians, and that just feels super sketchy 🤔. I mean, we all know about the Israel-Palestine situation being super complicated, but shouldn't our elected officials be making decisions based on what's best for their constituents, not just what's good for their donors? 💸 It's like Friedman is more worried about getting those sweet donations than actually listening to people who need help. And let's be real, if someone's taking money from AIPAC, it's gonna raise some eyebrows – especially when you consider the allegations of genocide in Gaza 🤕. I'm all for a good debate on policy, but this just feels like a whole lot of cronyism to me 😒.
 
I'm kinda worried about this whole thing... Like, I get it, AIPAC's got deep pockets and all that 🤑 But when they're backing a candidate who opposes a Gaza ceasefire, it just feels like they're trying to influence the outcome for their own interests 🤔. And now Jason Friedman is leading in fundraising with tons of donations from big donors... It's like he's more beholden to AIPAC than to his constituents 🚫. I'm all for taking on Trump and other issues, but can't we get a candidate who actually takes a stand on this one? 😕 [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/poli...andidate-who-opposed-gaza-ceasefire/n.102tJvX]
 
I'm a bit concerned about this development 🤔. It seems like AIPAC's influence is still quite strong in politics, and it's affecting the candidates' stances on certain issues. Friedman might not have explicitly stated his views on Israel, but taking money from those who support such actions does raise some red flags. 🚨 What's concerning is that he's running on a platform that takes on Trump, which could be seen as a way to differentiate himself, but what about the nuances of the issues like Gaza? 😕 It'd be interesting to see how this plays out in the election and how it affects the democratic process in Chicago 🗳️
 
I FEEL LIKE WE NEED TO BE CAREFUL WITH WHO WE'RE DONATING TO AND WHAT KINDS OF CANDIDATES WE'RE BACKING. IT'S NOT ABOUT POLITICAL OPINIONS, IT'S ABOUT THE FACT THAT AIPAC IS SPENDING MILLIONS OF DOLLARS ON ELECTIONS AND INFLUENCING policy DECISIONS. I MEAN, WHO GETS TO DECIDE WHAT KIND OF MESSAGE OUR CANDIDATES ARE SUPPOSED TO BE Sending OUT THERE? IT SMELLS LIKE A LOT OF BACK ROOM DEAL-MAKING GOING ON HERE 🤔
 
🤔 I'm kinda worried about Jason Friedman's campaign, y'know? I mean, he's got some big bucks behind him, which is awesome for his fundraising, but it's also a bit shady considering where that cash is coming from. AIPAC is super pro-Israel, and some of those donors have been pretty vocal about their support for Israel's actions in Gaza... 🤷‍♂️ It's not like Friedman's taken a clear stance on the issue, either.

I get that he's trying to distance himself from Trump and appeal to more moderate Dems, but I'm just concerned that his connection to AIPAC might influence his views on Israel-Palestine. And it's not just about the money; it's also about who's donating and why. Some of those donors have been involved in some pretty problematic stuff... 🤑

I'd love to see more transparency from Friedman's campaign, you know? Who are these people he's taking money from, and what do they stand for? It's not just about the candidate himself, it's about the values that his donors represent.
 
🤔 I'm so done with this whole thing... It's like, can't we just focus on the future instead of who's backing who? Jason Friedman might be trying to distance himself from AIPAC, but when you're raking in that kind of cash, it's hard not to get tied to their agenda. And let's be real, what's with all these pro-Israel donations? It feels like we're getting sucked into this cycle of one-sidedness and I'm just over it 🙄

I also think it's interesting how some of these donors are major players in the gaming industry... Like, who knew that Greg Carlin was a big shot exec? 💸 Anyway, I guess what I'm trying to say is that we need to do better than this. We need more candidates who are willing to listen and learn from each other's perspectives 🤝
 
🤔 looks like Friedman's fundraising is all about who he can get $$ from 🤑, rather than what he actually believes in 💁‍♂️. AIPAC donors are pretty much on record for supporting some shady stuff, especially regarding Gaza 🌳. Can't help but wonder if these $$$ amounts change how Friedman'll vote when it comes to the issue 😒.
 
omg i just saw that news about AIPAC backing this guy Jason Friedman... like what's up with that? 🤔 he's got like a bunch of super rich donors who support Israel's actions in Gaza, which is literally super problematic. i mean, isn't it weird that he's not even talking about Israel on his campaign platform? 🤑 and now i'm curious about Kina Collins, the other candidate... she seems way more down-to-earth. btw, has anyone seen that new Marvel movie out? 😂
 
I'm getting this whole thing with AIPAC and Jason Friedman all wrong 🤔, reminds me of when I used to follow politics during the Obama era... anyway, what's going on here is that these pro-Israel donors are backing a candidate who doesn't even have Israel as part of his platform 😕. It's like they're trying to buy influence or something. And then you got Marie Newman saying that if you're taking money from people supporting genocide, it says something about the person... yeah, it does 🤷‍♂️. It's just another example of how politics has become all about who can pay the most and not about actually helping people. I remember when I was in college, we used to get involved in local campaigns and stuff, and now it feels like the whole system is rigged 💸.
 
omg what's up with AIPAC's influence 🤑? they're basically buying off politicians like Jason Friedman 💸, who's now leading in fundraising despite being anti-Palestinian 🤷‍♂️. like, if you're taking cash from people who think genocide is okay, how can you claim to care about human rights? 🙄 meanwhile, the rest of the candidates are over here trying to actually take on issues that matter to actual Americans 📈. it's wild that pro-Israel groups are more interested in getting their buds elected than actual progressive change 💯
 
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