Sen. Bernie Sanders has expressed concerns about President Joe Biden’s handling of the conflict in Gaza, fearing that it may impact his support among young voters and the Democratic Party base. Despite praising Biden’s actions in threatening to withhold weapons from Israel, Sanders worries about the public’s perception of the ongoing war in Gaza. He emphasized his support for the president on domestic issues but acknowledged that there are concerns within the Democratic base regarding Biden’s stance on the conflict.
Sanders compared Biden’s handling of the Gaza war to President Lyndon Johnson’s management of the Vietnam War, suggesting that it could ultimately harm Biden politically. The upcoming election between Biden and former President Donald Trump is expected to be close, with Biden trailing in most polls. Sanders reiterated on NBC News’s Meet the Press that Gaza could be Biden’s “Vietnam” if he does not address the concerns of voters and the base.
Overall, Sanders believes that the situation in Gaza is hurting Biden politically and could impact his support among key demographics.
