AOC criticizes pro-Israel group for ‘targeting’ congresswomen who’ve endured sexual assault
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Slams AIPAC for Insensitive Social Media Post
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) strongly criticized the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) after the organization included her and other progressive Democrats in a social media post. The post was in response to new evidence revealing sexual violence committed by Hamas during an attack on Israel. AIPAC tagged Ocasio-Cortez and eight other House Democrats, suggesting that their demand for a ceasefire in Gaza supports the perpetrators of sexual assault. Ocasio-Cortez found the post deeply offensive, particularly because some of those tagged have reportedly been victims of sexual assault.
Reacting to the post, Ocasio-Cortez expressed her outrage, stating, “It is appalling that AIPAC is targeting women members of Congress who have survived sexual assault with this horrific rhetoric.” She further criticized AIPAC, comparing them to the NRA in terms of their influence on foreign policy and their opposition to a ceasefire.
Ocasio-Cortez did not specify which congresswomen she was referring to, but she has previously spoken about her own experience as a sexual assault survivor. Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) has also shared her personal account of being sexually assaulted.
AIPAC Faces Ongoing Criticism
Ocasio-Cortez’s statement is just the latest in a series of attacks against AIPAC, a powerful and bipartisan pro-Israel group. She has previously accused the organization of racism and extremism, stating that they disproportionately target members of color. In addition, Ocasio-Cortez highlighted AIPAC’s endorsement of individuals involved in the January 6th insurrection, asserting that they are not supportive of American democracy.
Overall, Ocasio-Cortez’s criticism reflects a growing sentiment among progressive Democrats who question AIPAC’s influence and tactics in US politics.
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