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LA Mayoral Candidate Nithya Raman Faces Ultimatum From Socialist Backers Over Israel Stance
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman is under pressure from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to explicitly endorse the BDS movement against Israel. The DSA's national leadership has issued an ultimatum, demanding her compliance by January 1 or facing expulsion from the organization.
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What happened
- 01LA mayoral candidate Nithya Raman faces DSA ultimatum to endorse BDS or lose support.
- 02DSA demands explicit support for BDS, opposition to Zionist groups, and no funds to Israel.
- 03Raman's stance on Israel has shifted, now calling Gaza actions genocide, but DSA wants more.
- 04Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass opposes boycotts and rejects genocide claims regarding Gaza.
- 05The dispute complicates Raman's campaign, with polls showing a tie against Bass.
- 06Florida candidate Angie Nixon also faces scrutiny over her critical stance on Israel.
This ultimatum comes as Raman is in a tight race against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, who holds opposing views on the boycott and Israel's actions in Gaza. The situation highlights internal party divisions and presents a complex choice for voters, particularly within the Jewish community.
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