Supporters of Fetterman, a liberal senator, rally behind him after a stroke in 2022, but abandon their backing upon a NY Magazine report, directing their criticism towards him.
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Title: Fetterman's Health Worries Staff and Critics as Unusual Behavior Emerges
Senator John Fetterman's team seems to be more worried and apprehensive than ever, thanks to mounting concerns about his health. This comes after several reports detailing strange behavior and disappointing campaign missteps.
The Washington Examiner's Salena Zito discussed possible reasons behind the staff's anxiety during a recent appearance on Fox & Friends Weekend.
The controversy started when New York Magazine published an article titled "All By Himself" on a Friday, focusing on Fetterman's health and raising doubts about his recovery after suffering a massive stroke in May 2022. The article revealed that his staff, past and present, claim they no longer recognize the man they once worked for.
Initially seen as a progressive darling, Fetterman has garnered attention for his pragmatic stance on numerous issues. However, recent political decisions have grabbed the spotlight, particularly his strong support for Israel following the October 7 terrorist attack by Hamas. This shift in position has upset the far-left wing of the Democratic Party, including members of his own team.
Many believe that New York Magazine's report, which extensively highlights Fetterman's backing of Israel, is the reason liberals are suddenly abandoning him. After rallying around him following his stroke during the 2022 midterms, they are now turning their backs on him.
The aftermath of the article stirred an uproar online, with tech journalist and podcast host Kara Swisher expressing support for Fetterman. In response to a report by NBC News focusing on Fetterman's cognitive challenges, Swisher criticized the network and reporter Dasha Burns for their negative portrayal of the Senator.
However, Swisher's stance changed when it came to New York Magazine correspondent Ben Terris, who authored the article in question. She called his piece "sad" and praised his fairness and empathy towards Fetterman.
Swisher's colleague, Rebecca Traister, repeatedly promoted Terris' report on her social media accounts, even sharing posts from others defending Fetterman against claims of cognitive issues. Interestingly, Traister publicly defended Fetterman just a few months prior to this, praising his campaign's transparency regarding his medical records and attacking media outlets for focusing too much on his health.
The controversial article has also caused tensions within the Democratic Party, with former MSNBC host Mehdi Hasan questioning the validity of Fetterman's Senate bid. Hasan accused Pennsylvania Democrats of ignoring the severity of Fetterman's health concerns and called for a robust primary election.
These contentious debates and mixed messages have left many wondering about Fetterman's ability to effectively serve in his role as a Senator. With questions about his mental and physical wellbeing, unusual behavior, and disconnection from his colleagues, the path ahead for Fetterman remains uncertain.
[1] Fetterman's Cognitive Challenges Raise Concerns for His Health and Fitness to Serve: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2022-elections/fetTERMAN-s-cognitive-challenges-raise-concerns-his-health-and-His-fitness-n1257836[2] Inside John Fetterman's Dark Place: The Senator's Lifelong Struggle with Depression: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/inside-john-fetTERMAN-s-dark-place-the-senators-lifelong-struggle-with-depression/ar-AA1gDWYR[3] The Fetterman Controversy: A Look Behind the Scenes: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2022/10/31/inside_the_fetterman_controversy_a_look_behind_the_scenes_148451.html
- The concerns over Senator John Fetterman's health, as depicted by his staff and critics, are escalating due to his increasingly peculiar behavior and campaign blunders.
- Public discourse surrounding Fetterman's health has centeredaround cognitive challenges, sparking questions about his fitness for his Senate role.
- A report from The Washington Examiner highlighted the staff's anxiety, while NBC News delved into Fetterman's cognitive challenges.
- New York Magazine's article titled "All By Himself" alleged a change in Fetterman, particularly regarding his stance on Israel.
- The liberal base that initially supported Fetterman following his stroke is now distancing themselves due to his pro-Israel stance and questions about his health.
- Tech journalist Kara Swisher criticized NBC News for its negative portrayal of Fetterman but praised New York Magazine correspondent Ben Terris, the author of the controversial article.
- Fetterman's colleague Rebecca Traister supported Terris' report on social media, amidst earlier National george Advertisements promote tions defending him against health-related concerns.
- The article has incited political friction within the Democratic Party, with Mehdi Hasan advocating for a concerted primary election to scrutinize Fetterman's health more rigorously.
- Fetterman's mental and physical wellbeing, unusual behavior, and strained relationships with colleagues have fostered uncertainty about his ability to serve as Senator effectively.
- Fetterman's personal struggle with depression, as revealed by MSN, made headlines before the controversy surrounding his cognitive challenges.
- The ongoing Fetterman controversy has entered the realm of pop-culture, making it a topic of discussion on entertainment sites and among celebrities.
- The political landscape, including policy-and-legislation, crime-and-justice, and even sports analysis, has been impacted by the unfolding Fetterman controversy, raising questions about car-accidents, sports betting, American football, NFL, ncaa-football, and general-news.
