US (Washington Insider Magazine) — Growing frustration among US Muslim and Arab American communities is creating a strong anti-Biden sentiment as the 2024 election nears, spurred by President Biden’s support for Israel in the ongoing Gaza conflict. Muslims in key states like Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Florida have launched the #AbandonBiden campaign, demanding Biden advocate for a ceasefire in Gaza
The campaign, rooted in Minnesota, gained traction when local leaders set an October 31 deadline for Biden to call for a ceasefire, which he failed to meet. The coalition of Muslim organizers emphasizes that Biden’s stance could affect his reelection chances, particularly in states where small voter shifts could determine the outcome.
The United States’ two-party system typically limits the impact of independent candidates, but influential figures like Cornel West, running as an independent, and Green Party candidate Jill Stein, are voicing strong support for a Gaza ceasefire. This has sparked interest among voters seeking alternatives, despite the challenges independents face due to limited funding.
US and Israeli officials, including Vice President Kamala Harris, continue to assert Israel’s right to defend itself, yet mounting civilian casualties in Gaza — with over 15,000 Palestinians killed — have intensified public outcry for intervention. Biden’s diminishing support among Arab Americans reflects this shift, with recent polls showing only 17% backing compared to a strong majority in 2020.
This #AbandonBiden movement, while not endorsing Trump, seeks to push US policy toward a stance more aligned with peace in Gaza. Organizers hope to influence the election by highlighting the gravity of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine. As the campaign unfolds, Muslim voters in swing states could play a decisive role in shaping the election’s outcome.
