Schumer calls for new Israeli leader to replace Netanyahu in Senate floor speech
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has called on Israel to elect a new prime minister to replace Benjamin Netanyahu in order to move towards a lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians in the form of a two-state solution.
In what was billed as a major speech on a two-state solution, Schumer said on the Senate floor on Thursday that Netanyahu was one of four obstacles to this solution.
The majority leader said he believed, "Prime Minister Netanyahu has lost his way by allowing his political survival to take the precedence over the best interests of Israel."
Along with Netanyahu, Schumer listed "Hamas, and the Palestinians who support and tolerate their evil ways, radical, right-wing Israelis in government and society, [and] Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas" as the other obstacles.
According to Schumer, who is Jewish, Israeli elections are "the only way to allow for a healthy and open decision-making process about the future of Israel." He added that he believed a majority of Israelis also recognize a need for change in their government.
In his reasoning for calling on elections to potentially replace Netanyahu, Schumer explained: "He has put himself in coalition with far-right extremists like Ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir, and as a result, he has been too willing to tolerate the civilian toll in Gaza, which is pushing support for Israel worldwide to historic lows."
Schumer emphasized that Israel will not be able to overcome such a poor public image. "Israel cannot survive if it becomes a pariah," he said.
After Schumer's speech, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., took to the floor and addressed the remarks of his Democratic colleague, but did not call him out by name.
"The Jewish state of Israel deserves an ally that acts like one," he said, condemning the call for new Israeli elections as "unprecedented."
"Israel's unity, government and security cabinet deserve the deference befitting a sovereign democratic country."
The Kentucky Republican added that "foreign observers" who aren't able to recognize these important distinctions should not give their own prescriptions. McConnell additionally claimed the Democratic Party's issue is not with Netanyahu, but with the state of Israel itself.
As recently as January, Netanyahu rejected the prospect of two states, claiming, "I will not compromise on full Israeli security control over all the territory west of Jordan - and this is contrary to a Palestinian state."
The Palestinian Authority has also reiterated its desire for the territories of Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem, with Jerusalem as the capital.
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The last sentence in the seed says it all.
With friends like Schumer, Israel doesn't need enemies.
My Israeli cousins, reflecting the opinion of the majority of Israelis, think Netanyahu's government is weak and corrupt, and they want a change no matter what a bunch of know nothing American right wingers want.
As long as Netanyahu is in power the war will never end
bibi is a corrupt autocrat, backed by extremists, attempting to stay in power, to keep from being criminally prosecuted. the legacy he has left for israel is guaranteeing more terrorist attacks on the next 2 generations of israelis.
There is another huge rally happening right now in Tel Aviv with thousands of Israelis demonstrating against Netanyahu and calling for a change in government.
I'll trust your word on this instead of a American right winger who only goes by what he hears on Fox News
don't forget that rwnj christo-fascists have a uniquely biblical purpose for temporarily protecting the israelis.
As long as Hamas remains in power over the Palestinians and fails to release the hostages and surrender,,,,
the war will never end.
Chuck Schumer is now the highest-ranking elected Jewish official ever.
Chuck Schumer is now the highest-ranking elected Jewish official ever. He wants to make more history. - Jewish Telegraphic Agency (jta.org)
The highest-ranking Jewish official calling for the overthrow of the Israeli Prime Minister!
Or could it be the pressure from the far left of his party is that intense?
No, Netanyahu is really just that bad at his job. Schumer is one of only ten Jewish US Senators, nine Democrats plus Bernie...
There are zero no zip nada Jewish Senators who are in the gop!
You have a lot of only ones, Like the 47 party of the klan racists in the senate where the republicans have zero.
So, why are there are no US Senators in the gop and why do nearly all American Jews vote Democratic TODAY?
So what is Netanyahu doing wrong? What should he do, in your opinion?
Do you approve of what Hamas has done and continues to do?
"McConnell additionally claimed the Democratic Party's issue is not with Netanyahu, but with the state of Israel itself."
AND, with desperately trying to hold Michigan for the Democrats.
Has any nation ever made the dangerous move of changing its administration while it was in the middle of a war?
I wouldn't be so definite about that these days. Democrat Presidents made a lot of promises about Israel that they did not keep, but Trump DID for Israel.
Has any nation ever made the dangerous move of changing its administration while it was in the middle of a war?
I'm pretty sure that if Israel wasn't at war Netanyahu would've already been removed from power.
Where did he say that?
RIGHT HERE:
Schumer said the U.S. wasn’t trying to dictate who should lead Israel. But, he said: “At this critical juncture, I believe a new election is the only way to allow for a healthy and open decision-making process about the future of Israel, at a time when so many Israelis have lost their confidence in the vision and direction of their government.”
Schumer Calls for End of Netanyahu-Led Government in Israel (msn.com)
So free and fair elections are now overthrowing a government?
Here is a man from another country calling for a new election in Israel to change the PM.
And you construe that as free and fair?
In what way are they corrupt?
There they go again …… Democrats trying to Nation build where they aren’t wanted or needed.
The left has a thing for Netanyahu.
Yep, they bag on Netanyahu and enable terrorists.
FUBAR
I'm only hoping that Netanyahu takes out all of Iran's nuclear facilities.
Get ready Iran!
Ain't gonna happen.
Israel has already taken out nuclear reactors in two Arab countries Syria and Iraq.
The attack on Saddam's reactor was much earlier ("Operation Opera", 1981). Because of the attack on the reactor (which of course was built above ground), the Iranians decided to build their reactors buried deep below the surface making them impossible (or nearly impossible) to destroy.
It was an amazingly successful attack. IIRC, i4 Israeli planes took part (F-15s and F16s)-- not a single one was shot down. And there were minimal casualties on the ground.
The only defence Israel has against nuclear missiles sent from Iran would be the Iron Dome system but how effective could that be in the event of hypersonic missiles and an explosion just ABOVE a city, AND the threat of nuclear retaliation that would turn Iran into a glass parking lot but that would be unfortunate since it's been reported that the Iranian people generally favour Israel.
It was an amazingly successful attack. IIRC, i4 Israeli planes took part (F-15s and F16s)-- not a single one was shot down. And there were minimal casualties on the ground.
Interestingly, Iran had launched an attack on the Iraqi reactor earlier, but it failed to destroy the reactor:
In an air attack codenamed Operation Scorch Sword, Iran attacked and damaged the site on 30 September 1980, with two F-4 Phantoms, shortly after the outbreak of the Iran–Iraq War . [52]
Due to last minute Iranian concerns that the reactor had been already fueled and could release radioactive fallout if hit, they did not attack the actual reactor dome, but the control room, research/centrifuge facilities, and the adjacent buildings.
The French and Italian technicians promptly left Iraq, and nearly withdrew from the project, but some later returned in February 1981 and began to repair the damage. [56]
Ironically, (IMO) is the map--( i.e.geography of the area). Israel is so tiny that an Atomic explosion there would carry radiation to surrounding areas. Probably killing most Palestinians-- and any hopes of a Palestinian state. The Palestinians are greatly loved throughout most of the world-- - would Iran want to be responsible for eliminating them with nuclear fallout?
And probably a lot of radiation would reach Iran itself.......
You mean like when the Republicans under Bush tried and failed nation building in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Biden seems to think it worked but then again, he is an idiot, Or it was good and him and Bary managed to fuck it up.
The vote to go to war in Afghanistan was approved 98 to 0 in the Senate and 420 to 1 in the House.
According to Pew, a year later, 56% of Americans favored “coming to the aid of Afghanistan to help it recover from the war,” and over 66% agreed that the US would have to continue to “deploy troops there to maintain civil order” for the foreseeable future.
The goal of Bush and Obama was to reach a point in Afghanistan when the violence would be sufficiently low and/or the Afghan government strong enough to allow us to withdraw without significantly increasing the risk of a resurgent terrorist threat.
Bush was able to keep between 10,000 and 20,000 troops in the country, and U.S. casualties in these years were relatively low. For 4-5 years our troop footprint was relatively low, at 10,000 and 20,000 troops with lower casualties.
Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman SEN Carl Levin (D-Mich.), chairman of the SASC reported after his visit in 2011, that the Afghan people in former Taliban strongholds were “returning to villages” and had “growing confidence in the ability of Afghan and coalition forces to provide security.”
Members of Congress, including most Dems were enthusiastic about nation-building. Congress frequently demanded greater civilian efforts to complement military action, they approved billions of dollars in aid and constantly pressed the administration to increase such efforts.
This wasn't a one-man (Bush II) mission.
Actually no, not even close to the same thing but that said. You do know a Democrat was President for eight years of that right?
Does Chucky know that the next round of Israeli elections are set for 2026?
If you knew anything about how a parliamentary government works, you might know that if the current governing coalition were to dissolve, elections for a new government would be held well before 2026.
Well, it doesn't look like they are going to dissolve the government any time soon so, as I said, the next round of Israel elections is in 2026.
But thanks for pointing out the obvious.
Interesting. I wonder what Biden and the dems would do if the leader of a country or two said Biden was too old and frail so he should step down. You know, the ones that are making fun of him.
Schumer should be careful what he wishes for.
Israelis are sick of Bibi. He is corrupt; but more importantly he allowed Oct 7th to happen. Israelis aren't Americans- they don't forgive politicians like US voters did with Bush Jr over 9/11.
There are Zionist politicians that are far to the right of Bibi. Anyone that thinks the Israelis are ready to stop fighting in Gaza and sing Kumbaya; reign in the IDF and settlers attacking Palestinians in the West Bank; or starting treating non Jews in Israel any better- isn't paying attention.
What Israeli voters put in Bibi's place might have Democrats praying for his return.
I'm curious, Ronin2. Have you ever been to Israel?
LOL, not answering that question IS an answer to that question, and the one I expected. One might be smart to not pay much attention to those who talk the talk who have never walked the walk.
I am curious Buzz have you ever been to the West Bank or Gaza- I mean outside of a IDF controlled Israeli settlement that is?
Sorry, I don't support fascists of any ilk. Whether they be Zionist, PA, Hamas, Hezbollah, or any of their more radical factions. A pox on all of them.
Take a look at the last several Israeli Prime Ministers- you have to go back to Ehud Barak to find anyone even close to being a moderate.
My tax money goes to both Israel and the PA (very little of it actually reaches the Palestinians in need)- with all of the homeless and starving we have in this country it would be better served staying here. They can start by taking care of our veterans who served this country; and now have to share already overworked VA services with illegal immigrants.
Yes, not only have I been to Israel more than once, I have been from the north, a kibbutz just south of the Lebanon border, to Eilat, the most southerly point of Israel and many places in between, met with Jewish Israelis and Arab/Muslim Israelis. I have also been to the West Bank and I didn't see any IDF soldiers there. I have not been to Gaza.
If I have anything to say about Israel, it is with having had personal experiences there.
But then, I note that you still haven't answered my question. There is a very simple 2 letter word and a very simple 3 letter word to choose from.
What would the right honorable Chuck Schumer do if Benjamin Netanyahu wins re-election? Would Schumer question the legitimacy of the election? Schumer is only listening to those that want to remove Netanyahu but that doesn't necessarily mean Netanyahu couldn't survive an election and remain in power. Schumer's problem is he is only looking at the situation as a public relations activity; it's not about the security of Israel.
Even more entertaining is Schumer citing the four obstacles for achieving a two state solution as Netanyahu, Hamas, Abbas, and right wing Palestinians and Israelis. And that list of obstacles omits the biggest obstacle of all: Iran. So, according to Schumer the only thing we need is for liberals to take over the entire Middle East. Nuthin' to it. We only have to rewrite a few thousand years of history.
Apparently Chuck Schumer is even more delusional than Joe Biden. At least Biden can use his Catholicism as an excuse. What's Schumer's excuse?
Israel smokes the USA even without Orthodox men. About 40% of Israeli men serve in the IDF. Only about 3% of American men serve in the US military.
That’s the fucked up statistic related to this story.
Hell, in the house of reps only 82 out of 435 have served and less than 20 of those are democrats.
Yes-- because one of those country has the draft-- the other one doesn't.
(And the discrepancy is even greater with the percentages of women serving-- because one of those countries drafts women-- and one doesn't.)
So....guess which country has a significantly higher percentage of both men and women serving? (The country with the draft-- or the country without a draft?)
Irrelevant to the point being made. Americans have the luxury of not being conscripted because enough volunteer on their own. Although this may have to change. For the first time in memory recruitment quotas are below target for all the branches except the Marine Corps.
The winds of change, they are a blowin ….
Democrats whine incessantly about foreign countries interfering in our democracy while actively interfering in another country’s democratically elected leader. You just can’t make this kind of hypocrisy up.
The only ones allowed to interfere in US elections are dems. And don’t anyone forget it!
George
You are absolutely correct, our national leaders do not like when foreign nations dip their toes in the water to promote changes in U.S. elections (directly or indirectly) - but that is what Schumer is doing here
You can always tell a MAGA, but you can't tell a MAGA much!
Yes he is correct in this instance
Most indubitably
Pelosi, Dems Cite Election Interference In Request For Info From FBI
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Please. Tess, you are arguing that the world is flat and black is white. Don't embarrass yourself any further.
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Yes
Yes Yes a thousand times yes
Yep
Absolutely correct
Is the Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate advocating for "regime change" in a foreign government?
Schumer believes Israel is an American colony, not a democracy to be respected, so he interferes in their elections.
He is simply following Barack Obama's lead.
The shit our tax payer money is spent on.
ODS!
To paraphrase some of my good friends on the left ….. not a real thing ….