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Bad Faith

[UNLOCKED] Episode 393 - After "Abandon Biden" (w/ Ahmad Hudhayfah)

Aug 8, 2024
Ahmad Hudhayfah, the Head of Communications for the Abandon Biden movement, dives into the evolving landscape of political loyalty among leftist voters. He discusses the group's shift in focus post-Biden's withdrawal, the complexities of supporting Kamala Harris, and how the movement aims to prioritize integrity over lesser-evil voting. Hudhayfah also explores the unity among marginalized communities and the critical role of grassroots activism, advocating for a more robust third-party presence to empower disillusioned voters.
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  • The Abandon Biden movement emerged from the Muslim American community's discontent with lesser evil voting, seeking accountability and action on Palestinian rights.
  • Recent events in Gaza have triggered a moral reevaluation among leftist voters, leading to a rejection of unconditional support for candidates like Biden.

Deep dives

Purpose of the Abandon Biden Movement

The Abandon Biden movement was initiated to challenge the idea of lesser evil voting among the Muslim American community, particularly in response to ongoing conflicts in Gaza. Initially, leaders in this community set a deadline for President Biden to enforce a ceasefire; upon his failure to act, they launched a campaign aimed at ensuring he loses the 2024 election. Their focus has shifted after Biden's withdrawal from the race not seen as a victory, but as an opportunity to emphasize that the movement is about more than one individual. This movement seeks to confront the broader political apparatus and those complicit in enabling harmful policies regardless of whether they step back now.

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