State Senator Scott Wiener has Upped His Stakes on Gaza, Saying 'Genocide' is the Only Word that Matters.
In a stunning reversal, California senator and presidential hopeful Scott Wiener has come out swinging against Israel's actions in Gaza, labeling them nothing short of genocide. The shift in stance came after a heated exchange with fellow candidates during a recent debate forum, where Wiener initially held back from calling the atrocities committed by Israel a "genocide".
On Sunday, Wiener posted a video on social media, stating unequivocally that he now believes the conflict in Gaza constitutes genocide. For Wiener, who is Jewish himself, this wasn't always a straightforward decision; he has previously acknowledged the sensitivity of using such a term due to its historical association with the Holocaust.
However, after careful consideration and a closer examination of the facts on the ground, Wiener's stance has shifted dramatically. In his video statement, he bluntly stated that "the Israeli government has tried to destroy Gaza and push Palestinians out", behavior that, according to him, qualifies as genocide under international law.
For those looking for a clear message from their future congressman, this latest development is a clear indication of Wiener's resolve on the issue. Whether or not it will be enough to sway voters remains to be seen; one thing is certain, though: Scott Wiener has now put his foot down and made a stark, uncompromising statement about what he believes needs to be addressed in the ongoing conflict.
In a stunning reversal, California senator and presidential hopeful Scott Wiener has come out swinging against Israel's actions in Gaza, labeling them nothing short of genocide. The shift in stance came after a heated exchange with fellow candidates during a recent debate forum, where Wiener initially held back from calling the atrocities committed by Israel a "genocide".
On Sunday, Wiener posted a video on social media, stating unequivocally that he now believes the conflict in Gaza constitutes genocide. For Wiener, who is Jewish himself, this wasn't always a straightforward decision; he has previously acknowledged the sensitivity of using such a term due to its historical association with the Holocaust.
However, after careful consideration and a closer examination of the facts on the ground, Wiener's stance has shifted dramatically. In his video statement, he bluntly stated that "the Israeli government has tried to destroy Gaza and push Palestinians out", behavior that, according to him, qualifies as genocide under international law.
For those looking for a clear message from their future congressman, this latest development is a clear indication of Wiener's resolve on the issue. Whether or not it will be enough to sway voters remains to be seen; one thing is certain, though: Scott Wiener has now put his foot down and made a stark, uncompromising statement about what he believes needs to be addressed in the ongoing conflict.
this guy's about to face a lot of backlash from his own side and the other candidates... but you know what? sometimes it takes a strong voice to challenge the status quo and make people uncomfortable. my point is, just because it's hard or unpopular doesn't mean we shouldn't speak up when we see injustice 
. as for scott wiener, he needs to prove that his words aren't just empty rhetoric... but at least now we know where he stands on this issue 
. What makes him think he's an expert on international law now? 
And isn't Israel a democratic country with a right to defend itself? 
This whole thing feels like a PR stunt to me 
. Can we trust this guy's judgment now?
i mean, as someone who follows politics, i've seen him take some bold moves before, but this one takes the cake 
. it's crazy how his perspective has shifted like that, from being more nuanced to being so bluntly honest about what he sees happening in gaza. and honestly, i think it's awesome that he's not afraid to call out israel for its actions - it's a huge step forward for him as a candidate 
. now, we'll just have to wait and see how the voters react to this newfound conviction 
. But at the same time, as a Californian Jew myself, I know how sensitive this topic can be 
. It'll be interesting to see if his stance changes the conversation at all... or just polarizes people further 
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can't wait to see how the people of california respond to this new direction
and I'm curious to see how voters react to it. personally, i think it's great that he's being honest about what he believes in, even if it means going against the norm 
does anyone else think this might be a turning point for his campaign?
. Like, Scott Wiener used to hold back from calling it genocide because he was being too polite? Now that he's finally gone full-on crazy, I'm sure his 'genius' for politics will shine through 
. And good luck with the whole 'being a strong candidate' thing when you're basically painting yourself as an Israel-hating extremist 
. Can't wait to see how this whole 'gazapocalypse' narrative plays out in California 
this guy's got some serious nerve, thinking he can just label Israel's actions as genocide like it's a Tuesday 
I'm literally so proud of Scott Wiener for finally speaking out against Israel's actions in Gaza! 
It takes a lot of courage to call out genocide, especially when it's something that affects your own community as Jewish people. 
I know some ppl might say he's being too harsh, but let's be real, the facts are facts and if we want to create change, we need ppl like Scott Wiener who aren't afraid to use those words! 
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lets see how the people of cali react to this new stance of his 
. Anyway, it'll be cool to see how this plays out in the next election... I'm curious to see if voters respond well to this kind of candor 
. As someone who cares deeply about peace and justice, I just want to see both sides listening to each other and working towards a better future 