Georgia and Wisconsin voters urged to abandon Harris for Stein

The 'Abandon Harris' movement, predominantly composed of Muslim and Arab supporters, has recently expanded its activities into the swing states of Georgia and Wisconsin as of October 2024. This movement calls for a shift in voter support from Vice President Kamala Harris to Green Party candidate Jill Stein, motivated by dissatisfaction with Harris's stance on the Gaza conflict. They accuse Harris of being a 'pro-genocide candidate' due to her support for Israel, arguing that she has failed to advocate for a permanent ceasefire or an arms embargo on Israel. Hassan Abdel Salam, a spokesperson for the movement, criticized Harris for her 'cease-fire teasing' rhetoric, which they perceive as a false promise while civilians suffer. Poll data indicates a potential impact on the election, particularly in Wisconsin, where the Muslim population numbers around 40,000 and where Harris is trailing in support from Muslim voters compared to Stein. This could be critical in a state previously decided by a slim margin of less than 20,000 votes. In Georgia, the situation is no better for Harris as polling shows her trailing Donald Trump by seven points. Democratic strategists are alarmed, fearing that Stein could play the role of a 'spoiler,' reminiscent of her impact on the 2016 election dynamics. These developments suggest that voter discontent among key demographics could significantly influence the election outcomes. Overall, the rise of the 'Abandon Harris' movement highlights the growing frustrations within certain voter blocs regarding the Democratic Party's foreign policy stance, especially regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, indicating a potential shift in voting patterns.