Fri Sep 20 09:00:01 UTC 2024: ## Muslim Voters in Wisconsin Divided Over Kamala Harris, Gaza Conflict

**MILWAUKEE, WI** – The upcoming presidential election is proving to be a tight race in Wisconsin, with the outcome potentially hinging on the votes of Muslim Americans. While the state’s Muslim community largely supported President Biden in 2020, the ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to growing discontent with Vice President Kamala Harris’ stance on the issue.

Many Muslim voters, like Abdulhamid Ali, are frustrated with Harris’ perceived lack of action to create a Palestinian state and end the Israeli-Hamas war. Ali, who plans to abstain from voting for president if he doesn’t see a concrete plan for peace, is echoing a sentiment shared by many in the community.

A recent survey found that Green Party candidate Jill Stein, who has pledged to end the “genocidal war” in Gaza, is leading Harris among Muslim voters in Wisconsin. This shift is attributed to Stein’s strong stance on the conflict, prompting some voters to prioritize their views on the Middle East over other concerns.

However, other Muslim voters remain supportive of Harris, citing her opposition to Trump’s policies as a top priority. Masood Akhtar, a Muslim activist, believes defeating Trump is crucial for preserving democracy and subsequently working with the White House to address issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

While the Gaza conflict is driving some Muslim voters away from the Democratic Party, the Jewish community in Wisconsin appears less swayed. Many Jewish voters, despite expressing concern over Harris’ approach to the conflict, prioritize her stance on issues like reproductive rights and immigration, as well as her opposition to Trump.

The Republican Party, however, is leveraging the conflict to paint Harris as a threat to Israel, claiming her support for a two-state solution and potential arms embargo is “unpopular” with the Jewish community.

The outcome of the election in Wisconsin remains uncertain. The conflict in Gaza has undoubtedly become a pivotal issue for Muslim voters, creating a potential swing factor that could have significant implications for the national race.

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