The support of British Muslims for the Labour Party has seen a notable decline, attributed to the party's stance and actions following the outbreak of war in Gaza. Initially enjoying a support rate of around 75% in early 2023, the Labour Party's backing among Muslim voters has dropped to approximately 65%. This shift reflects broader challenges for Labour, as it navigates the complex political terrain of addressing the concerns of both the Muslim and Jewish communities in the context of the Gaza conflict. Critics, including Jonathan Cook, accuse Labour leader Keir Starmer of political cowardice and contributing to the vilification of Muslims, both in Gaza and domestically. The situation underscores the delicate balance political parties must strike in their foreign policy positions and domestic electoral strategies.
Although Labour retains a strong position among British Muslims, it appears to have lost a substantial amount of support since the outbreak of war in Gaza. From a high of around 75% in early 2023, around 65% of Muslim voters now support the party https://t.co/hcNOTwO3oY 👇
“Gaza isn’t just an issue for the Labour Party just amongst the Muslim community.” Keir Starmer must now bridge the divide between making Labour acceptable for the Jewish community, and the electorate which is losing sympathy for Israel in the war in Gaza, says John Curtice. https://t.co/6MpWL9NCrB
British Muslims’ support for Labour is wobbling: https://t.co/Ibot1meFAS
Although Labour retains a strong position among British Muslims, it appears to have lost a substantial amount of support since the outbreak of war in Gaza. From a high of around 75% in early 2023, around 65% of Muslim voters now support the party https://t.co/xlmt09Xb4M 👇
British Muslims’ support for Labour is wobbling. But the consequences of this decline in support at the next general election would be limited for two reasons https://t.co/BqJERIXXtJ 👇
"With no place to hide for his political cowardice, Starmer has opened the gates to the bipartisan vilification of Muslims, not just in Gaza but at home too. But will he get away with it?" ✍️ Opinion by Jonathan Cook https://t.co/4BJP2Fnl0L