A Florida Democrat lawmaker has announced she has switched parties to the GOP.
On Tuesday, Representative Hillary Cassel posted a statement on X
where she announced the switch, citing her Democrat’s lack of support
for Israel.
“The decision was not made lightly but comes from a deep sense of
responsibility to my constituents and my commitment to the values that
guide my service,” Cassel said in a social media post, less than two
months after winning a reelection.
“As a proud Jewish woman, I have been increasingly troubled by the
Democratic Party’s failure to unequivocally support Israel and its
willingness to tolerate extreme progressive voices that justify or
condone acts of terrorism,” Cassel said. “I’m constantly troubled by the
inability of the current Democratic Party to relate to everyday
Floridians.”
“I can no longer remain in a party that doesn’t represent my values,” she continued.
Although Cassel acknowledges that she won’t agree with “every
Republican on every detail,” she is certain that the party will always
respect, collaborate with, and give her input.
“I ran for office to make my community and this state better,” she
said. “I want my constituents to know my resolve to deliver on these
promises has never been stronger.”
Last month, Tampa state Representative Susan Valdés shared the same news, saying she felt “ignored” by her party.
“As a proud Jewish woman, I have been increasingly troubled by the
Democratic Party’s failure to unequivocally support Israel and its
willingness to tolerate extreme progressive voices that justify or
condone acts of terrorism,” she said. “I’m constantly troubled by the
inability of the current Democratic Party to relate to everyday
Floridians.”
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