The war in Israel has offered several Democratic governors mentioned as possible successors to President Joe Biden the chance to demonstrate their readiness for the White House.
Not only did the governor join others in flying flags at half-staff, but he attended a 1,000-person rally near Philadelphia within days of the attack, joining Pennsylvanians to mourn Israel's losses. It was"probably an attempt to say something that wouldn't offend the Palestinian voters in Michigan," Bannon said.“The ongoing crisis in Israel presents a unique set of circumstances for governors from the standpoint of constituent service," Luchette said."Lots of folks across America have family or friends living in Israel, and the governors who are taking action today are doing what they can to meet the needs of their constituents.
The relative silence since their initial statements, he said, could be explained by an understanding of the growing sympathy for the Palestinian cause in the party, particularly among young Democrats. Hochul joined other governors in showing support for Israel by lighting official buildings in the colors of the country's flag and even raised the Israeli flag over her residence. She also flew flags across the state at half-staff.