We are deeply disappointed by Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist’s recent remarks labeling Israel’s war against terror organization Hamas a “genocide” and using his campaign as a platform to vilify support for Israel. Gilchrist promotes an inaccurate and offensive narrative that also omits the horrific attacks of October 7th and ignores those that remain hostage in Gaza.
This inflammatory language is an attempt to foster divisiveness as a campaign tool. We expect our elected representatives to reject political rhetoric that plays into antisemitic tropes and instead promote peace and understanding among all Michiganders.