College Dems hosting Hasan Piker at convention is ‘really scary and concerning,’ former leader tells JNS

The College Democrats of America's decision to feature far-left streamer Hasan Piker as a "surprise speaker" at their national convention in Washington, D.C., from July 17-19, has drawn strong criticism. A former Jewish student leader in the organization expressed that Piker's inclusion is "really scary and concerning," citing his past antisemitic remarks, including calling Orthodox Jews "inbred" and stating that Hamas is "1,000 times" better than the Israeli government. The student, who wishes to remain anonymous, stated, "within College Democrats, I am afraid to tell people I am Jewish." They also noted a growing trend of anti-Israel sentiment within the organization's leadership, suggesting that Jewish members are being excluded despite the College Democrats' stated commitment to inclusivity.