Troy Jackson Apologizes for Remarks About Jewish Maine Residents’ Views of Gaza War
Jackson said he misspoke and pledged to fight antisemitism after his TV remarks drew criticism from Republicans and Jewish publications.
- On Wednesday, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Troy Jackson apologized for suggesting some Jewish Mainers are uncomfortable calling Israel's Gaza military actions a "genocide" because of the Holocaust.
- Challenging Republican Sen. Susan Collins, Jackson had previously called the war a "genocide" during his campaign and told News Center Maine the United States should stop sending "blank checks" to Israel.
- In the interview, Jackson stated it is "unfortunate" that some Jewish residents dislike using the term, referencing the "genocide of six million Jews" to explain why he believes the word carries weight.
- The generalization drew quick attention from Republicans and Jewish publications during the pivotal Senate race, prompting Jackson to issue a statement expressing regret for the pain caused.
- Running as an outspoken Israel critic, Jackson tests the Democratic Party's relationship with the Jewish community as AIPAC supports Collins in the competitive Maine contest.
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Troy Jackson says sorry for comments on Jewish Mainers’ views on Gaza war
Jackson told News Center Maine earlier this week that Jewish Mainers don't want to call Israeli actions in Gaza a genocide because of their identity.
BREAKING: Dem Senate Nominee Apologizes After Saying Jewish Voters Reject 'Genocide' Label 'Only Because They're Jewish'
Troy Jackson, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, issued an apology Wednesday after suggesting Jewish Mainers reject calling the war in Gaza a 'genocide' solely due to their religious faith and the memory of the Holocaust.
Dem Senate nominee apologizes to Jewish voters after 'genocide' remark sparked backlash - NEW YORK TIMES POST
Poll shows tight race for Maine Senate seat Fox News contributor Bill McGurn and host Brian Kilmeade analyze new polling data revealing a dead-heat Maine Senate race between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson. Registered voters surveyed in August rank inflation and high prices as their top issue at 32 percent, followed by border security. McGurn [...]
Dem Senate nominee apologizes to Jewish voters after 'genocide' remark sparked backlash – Democratic Accent
The Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, Troy Jackson, apologized for remarks in which... The post Dem Senate nominee apologizes to Jewish voters after ‘genocide’ remark sparked backlash appeared first on Democratic Accent .
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