During her acceptance speech, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinians, earning praise from Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida. Wasserman Schultz expressed her pride in Harris' articulation of the complexities of the situation in the Middle East.
Wasserman Schultz highlighted Harris' strong support for Israel, emphasizing the need to end the terrorist threat faced by the country and bring back hostages. She also commended Harris for acknowledging the suffering of the Palestinian people at the hands of Hamas and advocating for their right to self-determination.
In her speech, Harris called for dignity, security, freedom, and self-determination for the Palestinian people while reaffirming her commitment to maintaining the US alliance with Israel. She condemned the attacks on Israel by Hamas and recognized the plight of Palestinians in Gaza during the recent military operations.
Wasserman Schultz's support for Israel has been unwavering, as evidenced by her previous comments urging fellow Democrats to back a resolution affirming support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas. She emphasized the moral imperative of standing with Israel in the face of threats to its security.
The exchange between Wasserman Schultz and pro-Israel attendees at the convention hall underscored the significance of Harris' remarks on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Harris' nuanced approach, balancing support for Israel with recognition of Palestinian rights, resonated with many observers.
