US EditionMichigan governor expecting ‘sizable’ number of uncommitted votes in primary: ‘A lot of people…are hurting’
- Progressives in Michigan withheld support from Biden in the primary due to his stance on Israel's conflict with Hamas. This sparked a movement supported by key figures like Rashida Tlaib.
- Despite the protest vote, Biden easily won the Democratic primary with over 80% support, while the uncommitted votes reached about 13%. The campaign acknowledged the substantial message sent by the uncommitted voters.
- Biden's allies countered the progressive critics with advertisements and support from Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The president hinted at a possible ceasefire in Gaza, while still securing a strong victory in Michigan.
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Michigan governor expecting ‘sizable’ number of uncommitted votes in primary: ‘A lot of people…are hurting’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-Mich.) said she expects a “sizable” number of Michigan Democrats to vote “uncommitted” in the state’s primary on Tuesday out of protest against President Biden’s response to the Israel-Hamas war. Progressives have led a protest effort against Biden that has gained steam in the state, with notable supporters including Rep. Rashida Tlaib…
Gretchen Whitmer Expects Large Number Of ‘Uncommitted’ Votes In Dem Primary After Urging Voters To Back Biden
Michigan Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer said she expects many voters to check the “uncommitted” box in her party’s presidential primary on Tuesday. Whitmer appeared on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” as Michigan voters headed to the polls to select their preference for the Democratic presidential nominee. While President Joe Biden is expected to be the clear winner over Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) in the Democratic contest, his numbers will likely be …
President Biden Faces Critical Challenge in Michigan Primary 'Uncommitted' Vote Campaign
An ongoing campaign launched in early February by Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib, gained momentum over the weeks leading up to today’s primary and is posing a problem for President Joe Biden. Michigan is home to the largest population of Arab Americans in the nation, and many of those voters, primarily Democrats, are opting to vote … Continued
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