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Cory booker is probably an even more virulent zionist than Schumer. He's been pro israel, and anti-palestine his entire career.
I was in no way suggesting Booker replace Schumer. I want Booker and the other democrats to pressure Schumer to step down.
Citation needed
He praised Israel and defended the genocide in this very same filibuster.
https://www.booker.senate.gov/news/press/booker-calls-for-congressional-action-in-wake-of-hamas-attacks-against-israel
“Ending security assistance to our closest ally in the Middle East at a time when Israel faces new threats emanating from Syria and continued aggression from Iran and its proxies would undermine stability in the region and harm our own national security,” he said at the time. “The United States and Israel have a history of unprecedented cooperation on the basis of shared ideals and democratic principles. [Curtailing funding] would dramatically undermine our enduring commitment to Israel’s security and the historic ties between our two nations, jeopardizing a peaceful and stable future.”