Anti-Israel Activists Celebrate Shapiro's Loss in VP Race

In a recent statement to The Post, Wayne County Commissioner Sam Baydoun expressed his limited knowledge of Tim Walz, the newly selected running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris, but noted that he is “definitely better” than previous frontrunner Josh Shapiro. This sentiment reflects a broader concern among some voters regarding Shapiro, who faced backlash online, being labeled “Genocide Josh” due to his perceived stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Abdullah Hammoud, the mayor of Dearborn, a city with a significant Arab-American population, praised Harris’ choice of Walz, highlighting his recognition of the dire situation in Gaza. Hammoud emphasized that Walz was the only governor to take uncommitted voters seriously, a demographic that expressed their discontent during the Michigan primary by casting over 100,000 ballots for “uncommitted” rather than supporting President Biden. This trend signals a potential shift in voter sentiment, particularly among Arab and Muslim communities, who are demanding a ceasefire in Gaza. As the political landscape evolves, voters in Dearborn are closely monitoring Harris’ actions and are eager for tangible progress regarding the Gaza situation. Hammoud expressed hope that a Harris-Walz administration would adopt a more supportive stance towards Palestinians compared to the current Biden-Harris administration. Baydoun echoed this sentiment, suggesting that Harris could present a fresh perspective, distancing herself from Biden’s policies, which have faced criticism from Muslim communities.