The progressive wing of the Democratic Party is facing a growing problem that it can no longer sweep under the rug: a troubling drift toward antisemitism. What was once the occasional off-color remark or controversial comment has now become a pattern. Certain members of the party’s far-left openly embrace rhetoric that has no place in a civilized society.

This shift is not just a political liability; it’s a moral failing that threatens to undermine the very fabric of the Democratic Party.

Let’s be clear: antisemitism isn’t just an isolated incident here and there—it’s becoming increasingly normalized within the progressive circles of the Democratic Party. When party leaders are either unwilling or unable to hold their own members accountable. One liberal D.C. council member made a wild accusation against Jewish people. Now, it looks like Karma has come back to bit him.

From Daily Wire:
Federal law enforcement arrested Democrat Washington, D.C. Councilmember Trayon White Sr. over the weekend in an upscale part of the city…

White garnered national attention in 2018 when he said in a social media post that Jewish bankers control the weather around the world so that they can gain control of cities.

“And D.C. keep talking about, ‘We a resilient city,’” White continued. “And that’s a model based off the Rothschilds controlling the climate to create natural disasters they can pay for to own the cities, man. Be careful.”

Now, normally, the arrest of a local politician wouldn’t make national headlines, but White isn’t just any politician. He’s the same guy who, back in 2018, made the outrageous claim that Jewish bankers control the weather to manipulate cities. Yes, you read that right—control the weather. And while most of us dismissed his comments as the ramblings of someone who desperately needs a new conspiracy theory, his rhetoric was a clear example of the kind of antisemitism that’s creeping into the mainstream of the progressive movement.

White’s recent legal troubles began to surface during his primary race this summer when questions about his campaign finances started to emerge. Reports indicated that he had failed to account for tens of thousands of dollars in expenditures and contributions, leading to a hefty fine.

But it wasn’t until last weekend that things took a dramatic turn, with nearly a dozen FBI agents descending on a luxury apartment complex in Washington, D.C., battering rams in hand, to arrest White. The exact charges remain under wraps, but the shockwaves from his arrest have already begun to ripple through the political landscape.

This isn’t just about a crooked politician getting caught with his hand in the cookie jar. It’s about the company he keeps and the ideas he espouses. White’s antisemitic remarks back in 2018 should have been enough to disqualify him from public office. But instead, he continued to rise through the ranks, even positioning himself for a third term. What does it say about the state of the Democratic Party that someone with such vile views could remain in power for so long?

Key Takeaways:

• The progressive wing of the Democratic Party is increasingly embracing antisemitic rhetoric, a trend that threatens the party’s values and unity.
• The arrest of Councilmember Trayon White Sr., known for his antisemitic remarks, highlights the growing issue of hate speech within the party.
• The Democratic Party must decide whether to confront this problem head-on or risk further alienating voters who value equality and justice.

Source: Daily Wire