Overview

• Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has expressed that he believes people on both the far right and left are wishing for his death due to his political stances.
• Fetterman, once considered a progressive champion, has drawn criticism from both sides of the political aisle for his unequivocal support of Israel in its war against Hamas.
• The senator has rejected calls for a cease-fire and has been vocal about his support for Israel, actions that have drawn protests from his constituents and former staff members.
• Fetterman still aligns with many goals considered progressive, including a $15 minimum wage, universal health care, legalizing marijuana and abolishing the Senate filibuster, but no longer identifies with the progressive label.
• Fetterman has also called for tougher border control, a stance that has further distanced him from very progressive members of the Democratic Party.