The Leader who Speaks for Gaza is the Only One Worthy of Trust
With Kamala Harris leading the polls and Donald Trump’s support waning, it is time to confront a critical issue that has been overshadowed in this election cycle: the “elephant in the room.”
The elephant, long the symbol of the Republican Party, represents strength and dignity — values the party claimed to stand for since its founding in 1853. However, under the leadership of Donald Trump, these principles seem far removed from the reality of today’s GOP. Trump’s tenure has been marked by a cult of personality. Trump is a chronic liar, a racist, and a misogynist. He attempted an insurrection following his presidential defeat. A more fitting name for the party might be the MAGA Party, with a new symbol to match — though the donkey is already taken.
For many, the primary goal is clear: to see Trump lose decisively in November. The stakes are high, not just for Americans but for people around the globe. But look around. With each day more people fall in line to support Harris. George W. Bush, Mitt Romney, and hundreds of staunch Republicans have endorsed Harris. Wise politicians never take a win for granted, but the November outcome is swinging heavily in Harris’ favor. While this political drama unfolds, it’s critical to shift focus from distractions like crowd sizes and fringe initiatives to a more pressing, overlooked issue.
The elephant in the room is a metaphor for an obvious problem that everyone avoids discussing because it is too difficult or embarrassing. Trump is difficult and embarrassing, but he is no secret. He is taking up too much of our attention. The real, unspoken crisis is the ongoing genocide in Gaza. With reports of 40,000 people killed, primarily women and children, and allegations of sexual violence committed by Israeli forces, the situation demands urgent global attention.
Harris expressed her “serious concern” to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and told him to make a ceasefire “deal.” A deal, she said; that’s Trump talk. The US has just provided another $3.5 billion more in military aid to Israel. The US named Quebec-based General Dynamics for a $61 million arms sale to Israel. As Vice President in the Biden administration, Harris is complicit. As candidate for President, she must be held to hard scrutiny.
The elephant symbol is revered across many cultures, representing strength, dignity, memory, and wisdom. If Harris and the Democrats hope to embody these qualities, they must confront this issue directly. The world will be watching — and the leader who speaks for Gaza is the only one worthy of trust.
Last Updated on May 15, 2025 | Published: August 31, 2024