Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Dave McCormick (R-PA) addressed the issue of rising antisemitism in the United States during a bipartisan forum in Boston. The conversation came amid the recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, where a pro-Israel group was targeted. Both senators expressed their concern over the alarming increase in antisemitism, emphasizing the need for strong, united action. McCormick, who recently returned from a trip to Israel, stated that antisemitism is deeply rooted in society and must be tackled with ‘complete moral clarity.’ Fetterman condemned the attack and admitted that his party’s stance on Israel has placed him at odds with many of his colleagues. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, faces murder and assault charges and is alleged to be an illegal immigrant from Egypt.
Sens. John Fetterman (D-PA) and Dave McCormick (R-PA) addressed the growing concern over antisemitism in the United States during a bipartisan forum in Boston. The discussion came in the wake of a recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, where a pro-Israel group was targeted. Both senators expressed their alarm at the increase in antisemitism and called for decisive steps to address the issue.
Mccormick, who recently returned from a trip to Israel, said that antisemitism is deeply embedded in society and requires a firm and clear stance to combat it. He stressed the need for institutional action to distance from antis, emphasizing that the country must not allow such hatred to flourish. Fetterman echoed this sentiment, stating that the recent attack in Boulder was ‘astonishing’ and that it represented a dangerous escalation of antisemitism across the country. He also highlighted the political tensions within his party over the stance on Israel, which has placed him at odds with many of his colleagues.
The suspect in the Boulder attack, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, faces charges of murder and assault after the FBI labeled the incident a ‘targeted terror attack.’ According to Fox News Digital, Soliman is an illegal immigrant from Egypt and is currently under investigation. Fetterman also mentioned that the incident has raised concerns about the broader issue of antisemitism in educational institutions. He emphasized that the moral clarity on Israel must be firm, and that Israel cannot be turned into a pariah state despite the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Mccormick additionally called for increased pressure on Hamas to reduce its military capabilities, stating that the group must be held accountable for its actions. The bipartisan forum, organized by the Edward M. Kennedy Institute and the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation, aims to foster dialogue and address key political issues. Both senators expressed a shared commitment to addressing antisemitism and promoting bipartisanship. The Kennedy Institute Chairman, Bruce A. Percelay, highlighted the importance of such forums in advancing the public discourse and strengthening democratic dialogue in the U.S.
The attack in Boulder has sparked a national conversation about the safety of Jewish communities and the role of institutions in combating hate. As the investigation into the attack continues, both senators have reaffirmed their commitment to standing against all forms of hate and protecting the rights of all Americans. Their statements reflect a growing bipartisan concern over the rise in antisemitism and the need for collective action to address it.