In Michigan, rural counties like Clare, Wexford, Antrim, and Roscommon strongly supported Donald Trump in the 2020 Presidential election. However, Joe Biden won the state overall due to support from bigger cities like Detroit. Kamala Harris is now hoping to win over urban areas in the south-east but faces resistance from the Arab-American population in Michigan, particularly in Dearborn, who are unhappy with the Biden-Harris administration’s support for Israel amidst the conflict in the Middle East.
As tensions rise, grassroots movements are organizing protest votes, with some Arab-Americans considering voting for the US Green Party candidate, Dr. Jill Stein, to send a message to the major parties. The influence of the Arab-American community could be a deciding factor in the upcoming election, with the potential for a few percentage points to sway the outcome in Michigan.
The diverse opinions within the Arab-American community highlight the complexities of the political landscape in Michigan, where personal stories and concerns about the Middle East conflict are shaping voting decisions. As the election approaches, the battle for votes intensifies, with both Republicans and Democrats vying for support in this crucial swing state.