New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Rep. Mikie Sherrill says she is “absolutely thrilled” to have received the endorsement of Dr. Patricia Campos-Medina, a far-left labor leader and outspoken critic of Israel. Campos-Medina, who recently lost her bid for U.S. Senate to now-Senator Andy Kim, has a history of inflammatory rhetoric regarding the Jewish state, including accusing Israel of committing human rights violations, calling for an end to U.S. military aid to the country, and supporting anti-Israel protests on college campuses.
In a statement accepting the endorsement, Sherrill praised Campos-Medina’s “bold leadership” in advocating for progressive causes, calling the endorsement “an honor.”
Campos-Medina has been a prominent figure in far-left circles, often tying labor activism to anti-Israel movements. Earlier this year, she stated that “the labor and peace movements have always been connected,” and publicly applauded anti-Israel campus protests, saying she “salutes” the students involved. These protests have often drawn condemnation for veering into overt antisemitism, including incidents of students chanting anti-Jewish slogans and calling for the dismantling of the Jewish state.
The endorsement has sparked backlash from New Jersey’s Jewish community, who question Sherrill’s decision to align herself with such a controversial figure. Critics argue that Sherrill’s acceptance of Campos-Medina’s support undermines her credibility as a leader who values inclusion and tolerance.
The endorsement comes at a pivotal time in Sherrill’s gubernatorial bid, as she seeks to unite a diverse Democratic base ahead of the June 2025 primary.
Mikie Sherrill is no good for the citizens of New Jersey. A Governor represents every ethnic background and to be associated with Campos-Medina who spews anti-Jewish rhetoric.is not good for New Jersey.
She’s anti American and should go back to she or her family is from. Don’t bring your stupid politics to the United States! That’s why your country was messed up in the first place.
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