On July 4th, Senator Lindsey Graham addressed a disruption caused by a pro-Palestinian group protesting near his home, issuing a public apology to his neighbors while doubling down on his unwavering support for Israel.
In a statement released on his verified Twitter account, Graham emphasized his stance, saying, “I want to make it crystal clear: I am with Israel wholly and completely.”
Graham acknowledged the right to peaceful protest but expressed regret for the disturbance it caused on a national holiday. “While I respect the right to peacefully protest, I apologize to my neighbors and their families for the disruption on the Fourth of July caused by this pro-Palestinian group,” he stated.
The South Carolina Senator reiterated his long-standing position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, advocating for robust military support for Israel. “As I have consistently said, give Israel the weapons they need to win the war they can’t afford to lose. I will always support giving Israel the weapons and the space they need to destroy Hamas so there is never another October 7,” he declared, referencing the recent escalation in violence between Israel and Hamas.
Graham's comments reflect his deep alignment with Israel’s security needs, particularly in the wake of Hamas' attacks. He described the Palestinian population in Gaza as highly radicalized, attributing their extremism to early indoctrination. “The Palestinians in Gaza are the most radicalized population on the planet who are taught to hate Jews from birth. It will take years to fix this problem,” he asserted.
Drawing a stark historical parallel, Graham equated the slogan “from the river to the sea” with “the Final Solution,” a term infamously associated with Nazi Germany's Holocaust plan. He characterized Hamas as “the SS on steroids,” underscoring the perceived existential threat they pose to Israel.
Graham concluded his statement with a call to action, reinforcing his commitment to Israel and the need to address Palestinian radicalization. “Events like this make me more determined than ever to stand with Israel, de-radicalize the Palestinian people, and march toward a better and more stable world,” he affirmed.