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Odeh Stays in Knesset, Sanders Defends Democratic Values

7/16/2025

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Ayman Odeh, the Arab Israeli lawmaker, remains in the Knesset after a motion to expel him fell short with only 73 votes. Senator Bernie Sanders praised the decision, emphasizing that targeting politicians for their beliefs threatens democratic values. Odeh, known for his anti-war stance, denounced the expulsion attempt as a blow to democracy.

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Ayman Odeh, the Arab Israeli lawmaker, remains in the Knesset after a motion to expel him fell short with only 73 votes. Senator Bernie Sanders praised the decision, emphasizing that targeting politicians for their beliefs threatens democratic values. Odeh, known for his anti-war stance, denounced the expulsion attempt as a blow to democracy.