US Voters Reject Palestinian Refugees: Rifts Emerge with Conflict-Wrought Gaza, Rasmussen Reports
A recent survey has unveiled startling sentiments regarding the acceptance of refugees from Gaza into the United States, in light of the harsh offensive led by Hamas on Israel this past October 7th.
The poll, conducted by Rasmussen Reports, sampled opinions of 992 US likely voters from October 18 to 22. Its findings revealed that over half (52%) believe the US should not open its doors to Palestinian refugees from Gaza. A smaller faction, 28%, believes in welcoming them, and 20% remain on the fence.
A deeper dive into the data shows party affiliation plays a role in these opinions. Democrats seem more open to the idea, with 42% supporting the acceptance of these refugees. In stark contrast, a massive 73% of Republicans oppose the idea. Independent voters also lean towards opposition, with 50% against accepting refugees.
The poll also shed light on public opinion regarding President Biden’s recent visit to Israel. Responses were almost evenly split. While 42% felt the visit was successful to some extent, a marginally higher 45% saw it as unsuccessful. As for Biden’s policy stance on Israel, opinions are again divided: 37% believe he’s not supportive enough of Israel, 36% think he’s hit the right balance, and 14% feel he’s been overly favorable.
The backdrop to this debate is grim. Hamas’s invasion of Israel on October 7 resulted in the tragic loss of over 1,400 Israeli lives and saw more than 200 people, including Americans, taken hostage.
In response to this humanitarian crisis, the US announced its intention to extend aid to Gaza. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre emphasized that sending assistance is of utmost importance to the Biden administration. Moreover, President Biden, in a recent address, highlighted his discussions with the leaders of Israel and Egypt, emphasizing an agreement for UN-led humanitarian assistance to reach the Palestinians in Gaza.
Amidst this, there’s a rising concern at the southern US border. Intelligence from the San Diego Field Office has highlighted potential threats from individuals affiliated with or influenced by groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ). Their assessment indicates that these individuals might attempt to enter the US through indirect routes across the Southwest border.
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As a Law Abiding American Citizen, how do I feel about taking people from the Gaza Strip? After the people of Gaza backed the BARBARIANS who ATTACKED Israel and SLAUGHTERED BABIES, CHILDREN, WOMEN, MEN and KIDNAPPED HUNDREDS of People ----- Those BARBAROUS people(?) can REMAIN in the Gaza Strip with their SLAVE OWNING TERRORIST COMPADRES!!!! NOT ONE if these DEATH CULT muslem belong in America!!!!!!
Those STUPID DEATH CULT IMBECILES who are PROTESTING Israel in American Streets and are NOT HERE LEGALLY ---- ROUND THEM UP AND SHIP THEM BACK to their SANDBOXES!!!!!!
WOW! Sure shows you're well versed on the subject. Do a bit more research and then if you still see it from the same perspective, go seek help.
They are violent revolutionaries who will try to seize power anywhere they go which is why no Arab Muslim nation wants them. It's really quite simple. They elected Hamas to lead them. They ARE Hamas. I make no distinction between those falsely calling themselves "Palestinians" and Hamas. They are one and the same. Keep them out of our country!