Political correspondent Sarah McCammon joins the discussion on Biden's call with Netanyahu regarding aid to Gaza. They also cover new poll data, No Labels struggles, demographic shifts, Larry David's election controversy, women's sports, SNL parody, and Tiny Desk replication.
Biden urged Israel to enhance aid to Gaza and protect civilians, hinting at policy changes.
Democratic dissatisfaction with Biden's handling of conflict in swing states prompts protest votes.
Deep dives
Biden's Shifting Stance on Israel Aid and Ceasefire Calls
President Biden called for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict following the mistaken attack on aid workers by the Israeli military. He urged Israel to allow negotiators to discuss a ceasefire with Hamas and warned of potential changes in U.S. aid if civilian casualties continue. Biden emphasized the need to deliver aid to Gaza and praised Israel's new measures to enhance aid flow, signaling a potential shift in U.S. military aid policy.
Political Challenges and Voter Disapproval in Key States
Democratic voters in swing states like Wisconsin express dissatisfaction with Biden's handling of the conflict, leading to protest votes. Progressive voters call for a permanent ceasefire and criticize U.S. aid to Israel. Biden's focus on aiding Palestinians and reducing civilian casualties aims to address concerns among younger and minority voters, key demographics for his re-election campaign.
Voter Dynamics and Biden's Standing in 2024 Election
Voter sentiments in the Biden-Trump rematch are marked by dissatisfaction with both candidates. College-educated white and older voters show a leftward shift, while younger voters and independents display varying shifts. Biden's evolving foreign policy approach reflects efforts to retain traditional and persuasion target voters while grappling with challenges among minority and younger demographics.
In a call Thursday to Israel's prime minister, President Biden told Benjamin Netanyahu the U.S. needed to see more humanitarian aid flowing into Gaza and protections to civilians on the ground or else the U.S. would reconsider its policies toward Israel. The call comes as Biden faces criticism from some Democrats for his handling of the war.
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