Letters By Pablo Nankin: What Do The Election Results Say About America?

By Pablo Nankin, M.D.

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The November 3 election results have left me deeply concerned—not simply because of who won, but because of what these results say about the direction of our country and the values we are willing to tolerate.

How can candidates who tolerate or promote antisemitic views and political extremism receive such widespread support? Have we reached a point where hatred and prejudice are no longer disqualifying qualities for someone seeking public office?

I am particularly concerned by JD Vance’s reported comments blaming Jews or Israel for the election losses. Turning Jews and Israel into scapegoats for political failures is deeply troubling. Such rhetoric deserves to be challenged, and Americans should seriously consider the consequences of this kind of leadership.

History has repeatedly shown where scapegoating, prejudice, and political extremism can lead. Antisemitism should concern every American, regardless of political affiliation or religious background.

I respect democracy and every American’s right to vote and political disagreement is a healthy part of democracy. But democracy also requires responsible leadership. We must ask ourselves what values we are accepting and what kind of country we are leaving to our children and grandchildren. Normalization of antisemitism and political intolerance should concern each of us.

The question is not simply who won on November 3. The question is what kind of America we want tomorrow.

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November 9, 2026 | Comments »

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