We all know Alan Dershowitz as a lifelong Democrat and a well-respected, practical thinker. So, it’s shocking it took him this long to abandon the sinking ship that is today’s Democratic Party. But let’s face it, the writing has been on the wall for a long time, and now even someone as loyal as Dershowitz couldn’t ignore it anymore.
A Party of Anti-Semites?
Dershowitz recently declared that he is no longer a Democrat. In a fiery interview, he revealed that the final straw was the openly anti-Semitic, anti-Israel sentiments running rampant at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago. The man has seen his share of conventions over the decades—since 1952, no less. But this one? This one was the worst, in his words, the “most anti-Jewish, anti-Israel, anti-Zionist convention I have experienced.”
Let’s break down what that means. Dershowitz isn’t some newcomer to the Democratic Party or its policies. He’s been around for a long time, watching and contributing to the political landscape. But seeing figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC), Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Rev. Al Sharpton given prominent roles at the convention was too much. Dershowitz called AOC a “miserable anti-Zionist bigot” and Warren one of the most “anti-Jewish people in the Senate.” He didn’t hold back on Sanders either, labeling him one of the worst anti-Semites in modern American history.
The Democrats’ Strategic Hypocrisy
What’s worse is that the DNC was strategic about it. According to Dershowitz, they didn’t let these anti-Zionists rant openly about Israel during their speeches. But they didn’t need to. By giving them a platform, the Democratic Party was sending a clear message: when AOC or Sanders speaks against Israel in the future, they will have the backing of the Democratic Party behind them.
And let’s not forget about Rev. Al Sharpton, who has his own history of inciting anti-Semitic violence during the Crown Heights riots. Yet, he stood proudly at the DNC, further legitimizing the party’s increasing tolerance for anti-Jewish rhetoric. This is a party that used to champion the rights and security of Jewish Americans, but now? They’re giving platforms to those who actively work against Israel’s survival.
Harris’s Betrayal of Israel
Alan Dershowitz didn’t just stop at criticizing the convention. He took direct aim at Vice President Kamala Harris for her failure to fulfill her constitutional obligation to preside over a joint session of Congress when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed lawmakers in July. This move didn’t go unnoticed by Dershowitz, who had been watching Harris closely. For a man who’s spent decades advocating for Israel, Harris’s actions—or lack thereof—were nothing short of betrayal.
Dershowitz believes that Harris’s decision to choose Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro as a running mate further proved how much the Democratic Party has lost its way. Shapiro, a Jewish man with a solid track record, was passed over, and Dershowitz isn’t buying that it was a coincidence. He believes Shapiro’s Jewish heritage played a role in the decision.
A New Low: Pro-Hamas Protests
As if things couldn’t get worse, Dershowitz recalled the sight of pro-Hamas protesters outside the convention. They weren’t just protesting Israel’s policies—they were openly calling for Israel’s destruction, waving Hamas flags, and declaring that “Hamas will win.” And what was President Biden’s reaction to this mob? He said they had “good points.” This is the same Biden who bashed Trump for supposedly saying there were “fine people on both sides” in Charlottesville. It’s hypocrisy at its finest. Biden will condemn neo-Nazis, but when a group of anti-Israel protesters waves terrorist flags, they apparently have valid concerns. Dershowitz was rightly disgusted.
The Final Straw
Alan Dershowitz is no longer a Democrat. After witnessing the DNC’s blatant tolerance of anti-Semitism and Harris’s betrayal of Israel, he has finally had enough. He declared himself an Independent and isn’t revealing who he’ll vote for until closer to the election. What he does know is that he can’t stand with a party that gives platforms to anti-Semites and allows them to shape policy and rhetoric.
What Took So Long?
Honestly, I’m just amazed it took him this long. For years, the Democratic Party has drifted further and further into dangerous territory, openly embracing radical left-wing figures like AOC, Warren, and Sanders, while betraying the principles they once stood for. Dershowitz is a practical thinker, and it’s clear that he’s been mulling over this decision for some time, but the DNC’s embrace of anti-Jewish rhetoric was the tipping point.
What’s most concerning here is not just Dershowitz leaving—it’s that this kind of sentiment is becoming the norm in the Democratic Party. This is a party that once prided itself on supporting Israel and Jewish Americans. Now, it gives platforms to people who hate Israel and stand against everything it represents.
Final Thoughts
Alan Dershowitz has made it clear: the Democratic Party is no longer the party he once knew. They’ve abandoned Jewish Americans, they’ve turned their backs on Israel, and they’ve embraced radical figures who openly push anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist rhetoric. It’s about time someone like Dershowitz, who has been loyal to the party for decades, stood up and said, “Enough is enough.”
It’s shocking it took him this long, but it’s a wake-up call to anyone still holding onto the illusion that the Democratic Party stands for the values it once did. If you’re Jewish or a supporter of Israel, the party is no longer on your side. Alan Dershowitz’s exit proves that.
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Jimmy
h/t: Steadfast and Loyal
