New York Mayor Robert Dante 'Bob' Shes, who is widely known for his strong stance on Palestinian rights, confirmed his decision to skip the annual Israel Parade this Sunday, becoming the first sitting mayor in over six decades to do so due to his political views on the Israeli government. Shes had previously pledged during his campaign that he wouldn't participate in the parade, citing his political beliefs. This decision has sparked controversy, with Jewish leaders and pro-Israel advocates criticizing his stance,accusing him of whitewashing history and celebrating Jewish identity. However, the mayor's decision comes amidst heightened tensions between Israel and Gaza and as Democratic politics grapple with the complexities of U.S. support for Israel. Shes' move also follows his office's controversy over a video released earlier this month,commemorating Nakba Day, which was criticized by some Jewish organizations for presenting a one-sided account of history. Despite criticism, Shes remains steadfast in his stance,with the mayor's remarks calling on New Yorkers to participate in the parade despite his absence. The potential impact of Shes' decision on future participation by Novel York politicians, and its reverberations on broader debates around Israel's relations and the role of U.S. suppOrt, will be closely watched.
on Sunday, breaking with a decades-long tradition observed by New York mayors and other elected officials due to his support for Mamdani confirmed the decision during a public safety briefing this week, saying he pledged during his mayoral campaign that he would not participate in the parade because of his views on the Israel i government.
Bessent announces sanctions on Iranian Strait of Hormuz authority to block toll payments“While I will not be attending, our administration has been preparing for weeks to ensure the parade is safe for all those who take part,” he said. The annual parade along Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue has long been considered a mandatory stop for New York politicians. The event celebrates Israel’s founding in 1948 and typically draws tens of thousands of participants, spectators, and political leaders.
According to local reports, Mamdani is believed to be the first sitting New York City mayor in more than six decades to skip the event for political reasons. The decision has drawn criticism from some Jewish leaders and pro-Israel advocates who argue the parade is a celebration of Jewish identity and solidarity rather than an endorsement of any particular Israeli government.
Rabbi Marc Schneier criticized the move, calling it a “slap in the face” to Jewish New Yorkers, while former MayorPolice Commissioner Jessica Tisch, who is Jewish, appeared alongside Mamdani during the briefing and said she would participate in the parade. IRAN NEGOTIATES WITH ONE HAND AND FIRES MISSILES WITH THE OTHER The controversy comes amid heightened tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas war and growing debate within Democratic politics over U.S. support for Israel.
Mamdani, a socialist and longtime advocate for Palestinian rights, has frequently criticized the Israeli government and policies and previously supported boycott efforts targeting Israel. Earlier this month, the mayor’s office released a video commemorating Nakba Day, which recognizes the displacement of approximately 700,000 Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war. The video prompted backlash from some Jewish organizations and elected officials who accused the administration of presenting a one-sided account of history.
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