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June 25, 2026
Blakeman Stands by Controversial Remarks on Lander
- Blakeman's comments about Lander, who is also Jewish, have drawn widespread condemnation.
- Lander responded, asserting that his advocacy for Palestinian rights does not diminish his Jewish identity.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul stated Blakeman's remarks disqualify him from public office.
2 Sources
- Blakeman Suggests Lander, a Jewish Politician, Would Have Aided NazisJun 25, 2026 at 11:17 PM · NYT
- GOP nominee for N.Y. governor says House candidate Brad Lander would be ‘a camp guard in the concentration camp’ for NazisJun 26, 2026 at 1:08 AM · NBC