Ritchie Torres New York Mag’s anti-Israel hit piece. He expressed frustration over the magazine’s mistake and the implications it carries.
Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) called out New York Magazine for using a photo of another Black politician, Antonio Delgado, in an article criticizing Torres’ support for Israel. The article, published on Friday, targeted Torres, Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA), and former Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-NY) for their pro-Israel stance.
Torres tweeted that the magazine’s error was “lazy” and “racist,” saying “Not all Black people look the same.” He also wrote, “If New York Magazine is going to publish an Anti-Israel hit piece by Sarah Jones, then at least do enough due diligence to get the photo right. I am not Antonio Delgado.”
The magazine later corrected the illustration and added an editor’s note acknowledging the mistake. The note read, “A photo-illustration in a previous version of this story incorrectly included Antonio Delgado, not Ritchie Torres.”
“If New York Magazine is going to publish an Anti-Israel hit piece by Sarah Jones, then at least do enough due diligence to get the photo right. I am not Antonio Delgado,” Torres scolded the magazine.
Torres and Fetterman have been vocal about their support for Israel, with Fetterman stating that he believes the Democratic Party has moved away from supporting Israel. In an interview with HBO’s Bill Maher, Fetterman said, “I didn’t leave the label, it left me.” He also stated that he decided to support Israel after the October 7 attack by Hamas.
Torres has also been a strong advocate for Israel, saying that he has been a Zionist for a long time. He has criticized the progressive movement for its stance on Israel, saying that it has become increasingly anti-Semitic.
The article in New York Magazine was critical of Torres and Fetterman’s support for Israel, with the author, Sarah Jones, writing that they had “left the progressive movement” by choosing to support Israel. Jones also accused Torres of not being truthful about his past views on Israel.
The incident highlights the ongoing debate within the Democratic Party on Israel and the importance of accurate representation in media. Torres’ tweet sparked a conversation about the laziness and racism of assuming all Black people look the same.
In conclusion, the error by New York Magazine sparked a larger conversation about the importance of accuracy and representation in media. The debate on Israel within the Democratic Party continues to be a contentious issue, with some members like Torres and Fetterman choosing to openly support Israel despite criticism from the progressive wing of the party.
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