Trump and Biden don’t talk about Palestinians in first debate
Palestinians in Gaza Facing Unprecedented Hardship
It is no secret that Palestinians in Gaza are currently enduring some of the most severe suffering in recent history. The ongoing military campaign, supported by the U.S., has led to the deaths of over 37,000 individuals and has left more than 2 million people struggling to find enough food to survive. The region is facing critical shortages of medical supplies, fuel, and housing, with more homes destroyed than during World War II.
During a recent debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, the issue of Gaza was brought to the forefront. However, both candidates fell short of offering any meaningful solutions or expressing genuine empathy for the plight of the Palestinian people, whose struggles have sparked protests worldwide.
The moderator of the debate, Dana Bash of CNN, raised questions about the conflict in Gaza, highlighting the attack by Hamas on Israel and the subsequent retaliatory strikes that have led to a humanitarian crisis in the region. She pressed President Biden on what steps he would take to bring an end to the violence between Hamas and Israel.
While Biden emphasized his support for a ceasefire and claimed that Israel had backed his proposal, critics pointed out his reluctance to hold Israel accountable for its actions, despite allegations of war crimes. The President reiterated his commitment to arming Israel, despite concerns raised by his administration and human rights organizations.
Trump, on the other hand, took a different approach, using derogatory language to describe Biden’s stance on the issue. He suggested that Biden was acting like a “bad Palestinian” and insinuated that supporting Palestinians was a sign of weakness.
Despite the heated exchange between the two candidates, the plight of Palestinians in Gaza remained a secondary issue in the debate. Bash’s attempt to address the topic and discuss the possibility of a sovereign Palestinian state for regional peace was quickly brushed aside in favor of other topics.
As the November election approaches, Palestinians are left wondering about the future and what it may hold for them. The lack of clarity and meaningful discussion during the debate reflects the broader challenges faced by Palestinians in gaining international recognition and support for their cause.
Ultimately, the fate of Gaza and its people remains uncertain, with political leaders offering little in the way of genuine solutions or compassion for those caught in the midst of this devastating conflict.
