Key Takeaways:
– New York’s Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul criticizes New York Republican supporters as ‘anti-American’
– Hochul’s comments followed a derogatory joke made about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally
– Republican representative Elise Stefanik responds, calling the Democratic party an ‘absolute disgrace’
– Following the rally, Trump distanced himself from the incident saying it doesn’t reflect his or his campaign’s views
The New York Democratic Political Arena in Uproar
At a recent appearance on MSNBC, New York’s Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul sparked controversy with some robust comments. Hochul charged that those New York voters who lend their support to Republicans are essentially ‘anti-American.’ Her remarks came in the context of comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s offensive joke at former President Donald Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally.
The Controversial Joke and Its Aftermath
During the rally, Hinchcliffe crudely described Puerto Rico as an ‘island of garbage.’ Following the incident, Al Sharpton, host of ‘PoliticsNation,’ sought Hochul’s opinion on the joke and its implications for New York voters. Hochul responded strongly, expressing her disgust for the ‘venom and hatred about every person you could imagine’ shown at the rally.
The governor didn’t hold back, pointing out her pride in representing one of the largest Puerto Rican populations in the United States. She criticized the failure to condemn the offensive joke, arguing that it makes people feel invaluable.
According to Hochul, soon after the rally, she visited East Harlem and interacted with Puerto Ricans. She described them as ‘hurt’ and ‘dehumanized’ by this incident, which she deemed unacceptable for a country like the U.S.
A Rally ‘Backfired’
Hochul alleged that this rally not only backfired on Trump, but also tarnished the people who stand with Republicans in New York. She associated these voters with anti-abortion, anti-woman, and anti-American sentiments.
Accusing New York Republicans of devaluing American values, she warned that they would face repercussions on Election Day. In her opinion, supporting these Republican candidates meant abetting President Trump and his controversial tactics.
Stefanik’s Response to Hochul’s Remarks
On the other side, New York’s Republican Representative Elise Stefanik retorted to Hochul’s jibe. In a strong-worded post, Stefanik termed the Democratic Party led by Vice President Kamala Harris as an ‘absolute disgrace.’ She encouraged New Yorkers to continue supporting Trump and Republicans, defending that American patriots want to save the country.
Trump Camp’s Reaction
Post-rally, Trump’s senior advisor Danielle Alvarez distanced the former president from the offensive joke incident. Alvarez claimed the joke didn’t reflect the views of President Trump or his campaign, implying a lack of responsibility for the comedian’s comments.
In Conclusion
The back and forth political banter reflects the deep-seated political divide in New York, and indeed the whole country. As each side levies accusations, the voters are left to navigate the murky waters of politics. The coming days are likely to reveal the lasting impact of this incident on the political landscape of New York and beyond.