Biden campaign’s attacks on Linda Sarsour alienate Muslim voters, activists say Muslim advocates say the campaign's statement against Sarsour shows disregard for Muslim voters who may play key role in November's election

August 19, 2020   

(Middle East Eye) Palestinian-American activist Linda Sarsour offered advice to the Democrats on Tuesday on how to engage Muslim voters: ensure representation, treat Muslims as a decisive voting bloc in swing states and reach out to them in their communities.

“The Democratic party is not perfect, but it is absolutely our party in this moment,” she said, stressing the need to elect Joe Biden and defeat the Republican party, which she accused of promoting fascism.

Hours later, the Biden campaign disavowed her.

Right-wing media outlets and Donald Trump’s campaign denounced the Muslim organiser’s appearance at the Democratic convention, and Biden campaign spokesman Andrew Bates joined them in condemning Sarsour.

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