Sanders pushing for changes in platform regarding I/P

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11. It seems as if a change would reflect the views of democratic voters more correctly.

Among liberal Democrats, the support for the Palestinians is 40% while the support for Israel is 33%. It's only natural that that the Democratic Party platform would reflect this.

Growing share of liberal Democrats sympathize more with the Palestinians than with Israel

Source: http://www.people-press.org/2016/05/05/5-views-of-israel-and-palestinians/

"Senator Sanders has always and will always support Israel’s independence and right to live in peace and security. He also believes that lasting peace in the region will not occur without fair and respectful treatment of the Palestinian people," Briggs said. "We believe that most Democrats agree with that position and that a strong consensus will be achieved at the Democratic National Convention without a 'fight.'"

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-politics/wp/2016/05/20/why-pro-israel-democrats-bernie-sanders-and-hillary-clinton-could-have-a-fight-about-israel/

There's also a poll posted further upthread (post #10) that shows that Democratic supporters in general are somewhat sympathetic towards the Palestinians - 23% support the Palestinians, while 53% support the Israelis.

A more balanced platform would be able to encompass the views of almost all Democrats on this issue.