John Fetterman is throwing his own party under the bus, and frankly, it's about time a Democrat did so. The Pennsylvania senator delivered a reality check, calling out the left's tired playbook of labeling every Republican opponent a "Nazi" or "fascist."
During an appearance on Sunday Morning Futures on Fox News, Fetterman indicated that he won't participate in the Democratic Party's increasingly unhinged rhetoric. While his colleagues foam at the mouth with hyperbolic accusations, Fetterman positioned himself as an independent voice willing to break ranks when his party loses its collective mind. He's not switching parties, but he's certainly not drinking the Kool-Aid either.
On Sunday, Fetterman sat down with Maria Bartiromo and said he has no intention of leaving the Democratic Party. However, he also stressed that he won’t hesitate to go against the party line when he feels it’s the right thing to do.
“I’m not going to switch, you know?” He said. “But I, I’m just going to be an independent voice in the Democratic Party.”
He insisted that standing apart from the more radical elements in his party was important, saying, “I’m not gonna be afraid if people… I mean, and, and if there are groups a-attacking a, a Democrat, you know, the last one in Pennsylvania, then that’s… To me, that’s part of the problem, you know, in our party.”
Fetterman also pushed back on the toxic rhetoric that has become standard on the left. “And if you want a Democrat that’s gonna call people Nazis or fascists or all these kinds of thing, well, I’m not gonna be that guy.”
Instead, he cast himself as someone who would speak the truth even if it didn’t align with his party’s agenda: “You know, independent thinking and views, wherever I happen to believe the truth, regardless if it’s the Republican or the Democratic voice, you know? But I think it’s the truth in this. Now, in this truth right now, it’s firmly on Israel through this, and it’s also… It’s always wrong to shut our government down.”
Fetterman admitted that his positions might set him apart but said he’s comfortable with that. “And that’s where my voice is and if that puts me as an outlier, then, you know, that’s where I am.”
Democrats face mounting criticism for their inflammatory language and divisive tactics, and Fetterman is the one choosing to be the adult in a room full of tantrum-throwing toddlers.
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The senator's departure from Democratic orthodoxy extends well beyond his refusal to take part in dangerous name-calling. His unwavering support for Israel during the ongoing conflict has put him at odds with the progressive wing of his party, many of whom seem more interested in appeasing Hamas sympathizers than supporting America's democratic ally in the Middle East. Fetterman criticized efforts to recognize a Palestinian state, correctly identifying such moves as rewarding terrorism.
Fetterman has also been critical of his party’s shutdown strategy. While Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer tries to pin blame on Republicans, Fetterman pointed out that it’s actually the Democrats who would be responsible. Unlike his colleagues, who seem to believe their media allies will always provide cover, Fetterman recognizes that voters notice when politicians create chaos and then try to blame others.
John Fetterman’s refusal to join the left’s hateful name-calling is a breath of fresh air, and it exposes the radicals for what they are. PJ Media is never afraid to call out the radical. Support our work by joining PJ Media VIP with code FIGHT for 60% off. Get behind the media fighting to keep America First. Support PJ Media and never back down.