“My long-term concern has been with the Democratic Party, as I am a member of that, is that our party is going to back away and turn their back to Israel,” warned Democratic Senator John Fetterman in July 2026.
Have you taken your place on the wall?
In America’s burgeoning climate of antisemitism, Sen. Fetterman can see the writing on the wall. As many of his colleagues actively distance themselves from the Jewish state, call for restrictions on U.S. military aid, and adopt positions that have weakened America’s longstanding alliance with Israel, this disillusioned Democrat has chosen to push back and speak the truth.
Sen. Fetterman has repeatedly called out the rampant lies of lawmakers in his own party, warning that abandoning Israel would be both a moral and a strategic mistake. The outspoken legislator does not mince words when he says that standing with Israel is non-negotiable, and that if the Democratic Party officially goes “anti-Israel,” he will leave it altogether.
Fetterman’s Red Line
Just recently, Sen. Fetterman appeared on The Weekly Show podcast with Jon Stewart, where once again he made it clear that support for Israel was a “red line” for him. Stewart, however, was puzzled at Sen. Fetterman’s position that Israel’s military actions in Gaza are justified and that America’s help in the war is essential.
“You could agree with them (Democrats) 90%, but Israel is the red line?” Stewart asked.
Fetterman firmly answered, “Absolutely. Israel for me–I can never turn my back to Israel after where it’s at.”
Stewart wasn’t buying that response and suggested that Fetterman’s “dealbreaker” attitude was nonsensical.
“I mean no disrespect … but that is not our country,” Stewart countered. “You’re saying that these candidates may have great ideas for our economy. They may want to do the exact same thing you want to do in terms of getting money out of politics. They may want to increase the social safety net. They may want to change the balance of power from capital back to labor, but if they don’t agree with you on Israel, you don’t want them in your party?”
Sen. Fetterman didn’t flinch. He asked Stewart which politicians he was referring to. Stewart threw out a few names–Abdul El-Sayed, who just won the Michigan Senate primary, Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, and New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, all of whom are members of the DSA (Democratic Socialists of America), or strongly supported by them. Additionally, Sanders, El-Sayed, and Ocasio-Cortez all hold anti-Israel views and support the “Palestinian cause.”
Stewart specified, “I assume you would agree with a lot of what they say economically.”
Sen. Fetterman shot back, “What I’m saying is if you are a DSA member, if you are a member of a specific political party, run under your own banner. And I think Bill Maher said something insightful–he said the DSA are colonizing the Democratic Party.” In another segment of the interview, Fetterman stressed that nearly a third of Democrats identify themselves as socialists.
Socialist Ties and Anti-Israel Lies
Still, Stewart failed to understand Sen. Fetterman’s point. In fact, it’s members of the DSA, or DSA sympathizers, who have infiltrated the Democratic Party with their rabid anti-Israel, communist views, spreading them like a virus. Nevertheless, Stewart maintained that the DSA is “just an organization,” arguing that DSA members such as New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who are now part of the Democratic Party, are not a threat because they share similar goals with traditional Democrats.
Of course, Stewart was oblivious to the fact that Mayor Mamdani’s status as a DSA member means he agrees with the DSA’s clearly Marxist platform, which says, “You work as much as you are able and no more than needed.” Additionally, Mayor Mamdani’s tweet stating, “Each according to their need, each according to their ability,” reveals his allegiance to the ideas of communism/socialism.
Regarding Israel, it’s well-known that political influencer Hasan Piker, who laments the fall of communism and is closely associated with the DSA, endorsed Mamdani and interviewed him on his show. Piker, who asserts that “Hamas is a thousand times better” than Israel, that sexual violence during the October 7, 2023, attacks did not occur, and that Orthodox Jews are “inbred,” is someone whom Mamdani not only laughs with but continues to interact with publicly.
Again, Stewart missed this important connection, questioning Sen. Fetterman’s allegiance to Israel by calling it a “weird line to draw.”
Fetterman Doesn’t Waver on Israel
Sen. Fetterman stood his ground. “I don’t think that’s weird. I think what history demonstrates is that when people or a government or people turn their back to the Jewish community things end really badly, and it’s dangerous.” Fetterman was alluding to the fact that Israel should never have to fight terrorists and tyrants alone.
Unfortunately, Sen. Fetterman’s words went over Stewart’s head. “Jewish community and Israel are not the same thing, brotherman. That is not the same thing,” the befuddled host insisted. “You think that the left is pro-Iran– not the country, but the regime?”
Fetterman declared, “If anyone in the Democratic Party is fine with Iran building a nuclear bomb, I disagree with that person.”
Stewart was unable to digest the truth. Instead, he accused Sen. Fetterman of exaggerating the issue.
Stewart and many others like him do not understand that Sen. Fetterman isn’t exaggerating, but blowing the trumpet as radical DSA members and sympathizers spread their anti-American, anti-Israel views.
The list is becoming longer as America becomes a testing ground for Marxist ideals. Below is just a sampling of legislators, candidates, and political influencers who are avowed DSA members, or have close associations with an “organization” that prides itself on “collective power,” rejects the current “economic order,” and expresses solidarity with Palestine (Hamas).
Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Rep. Summer Lee (D-PA), Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX), Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D-NY), District 7 Dem. primary winner Claire Valdez (NY), District 13 Dem. primary winner Darializa Avila Chevelier (NY), State Senate Dem. primary winner Aber Kawas (NY), District 1 Dem. primary winner Melat Kiros (CO), U.S. Senate Dem. primary winner Abdul El-Sayed (MI), and Wisconsin Dem. gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong.
Telling the Truth with No Fear
Sen. Fetterman is certainly an anomaly in his party, but while his fellow legislators bury their heads in the sand, he marches forward. In fact, less than a week before his interview with Jon Stewart, the Pennsylvania Democrat sat down one-on-one with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has been labeled a war criminal by DSA advocates.
A transcript of their meeting shows that PM Netanyahu called Fetterman “a stellar patriot,” who tells the truth “with no fear.” Sen. Fetterman remarked, “Mr. Prime Minister, it was a supreme honor of my time here in the Senate. I’m proud to stand with and for the vision and what Israel is, the miracle that Israel is.”
Sen Fetterman lamented his party’s anti-Israel stance. “It’s been disappointing, as a Democratic politician, how our party continues to behave. Now I think, as far as I know, I was the only Democrat that was proud to push that trash back. I’m proud to stand with Israel through everything…I’m proud to remain the conscience of the Democratic Party in Congress; not just the Senate, but over Congress overall.”
Recently, liberal political commentator Bill Maher said something that most Democrats and Jon Stewart can’t wrap their brains around. “I’m not voting for anyone who thinks the wrong side won the Cold War, or cheers for the Intifada like it’s the World Cup.”
If he were alive today, Karl Marx would look upon the state of the Democratic Party and recognize shades of himself. The man who advocated for the abolition of religion, private property, jails, police, military, separation of powers in government, national borders, and inherited wealth would give a big thumbs up to how the DSA has slithered its way into Washington.
Who Would Satan Vote For?
Former President Ronald Reagan once said, “Socialism only works in two places: Heaven where they don’t need it and Hell where they already have it.”
Anti-Israel and Jewish hatred did not form in a vacuum. The evil one has worked hard to garner influence and propagate lies. If Satan had to cast a vote, it stands to reason that he would choose a party which sees terrorists as victims and aligns with every liberal agenda that stands in defiance to God’s Word.
Pray for Sen. Fetterman
Sen. John Fetterman needs our prayers as he stands up for Israel and battles the lies of the DSA.
Lord Jesus, we pray for Your protective hand to cover Sen. John Fetterman. We ask You to speak to him powerfully and guide his actions. Give him the boldness and strength of a lion as he combats both antisemitism and the lies of socialism. Though he remains in the Democrat Party, we pray for a change of heart as You work on bringing all of his views into alignment with Your Word. We also pray for Jon Stewart to see the truth and turn his life over to You.
What do you think about Sen. John Fetterman’s bold stand for Israel? Post your prayers for him below.
Angela Rodriguez is an author, blogger, and former teacher who studies the signs of the times, as well as the historical and biblical connections between Israel and the United States. You can visit her blogs at 67owls.com and 100trumpets.com. She is also the author of Psalm 91: Under the Wings of Jesus and Hallelujah’s Great Ride. Photo Credit: Jewish Democratic Council of America – JDCA 2024 Leadership Summit – John Fetterman, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=150946369.
