AIPAC vs. Progressives: Israel’s war in Gaza has set the stage for a huge primary battle in 2024
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), one of the most powerful, best-funded lobbying groups in Washington, is planning a large campaign against the “Squad”—a small group of highly visible and popular progressive Democratic legislators of color, most of whom are women. AIPAC is seeking to primary the progressive legislators because of their criticisms of Israel’s military campaign against Gaza following the October 7th terrorist attack by Hamas, specifically their calls for a cease-fire. Members of the Squad have been some of the only