Phillips and Tlaib Navigate Israeli-Palestinian Divide as Friends
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Rep. Dean Phillips says his friendship with Rep. Rashida Tlaib, who is critical of Israel, is "not an easy one" but important to maintain.
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Tensions are high between Israel and Palestinians - Hamas led a deadly attack on Israel, and Israel launched heavy airstrikes on Gaza.
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Phillips voted to condemn Hamas' attack, while Tlaib voted against the resolution.
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Phillips notes the conflict is "very personal" for Tlaib given her Palestinian heritage, while as a Jewish man he has affinity for Israelis.
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Phillips hopes he and Tlaib can set an example of reconciliation between their communities, just as the U.S. and Japan overcame conflict to become friends.