Youkilis Criticizes AOC After Boulder Hate Crime Attack

Former MLB star Kevin Youkilis publicly criticized Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) for her response to the Boulder, Colorado firebomb attack on Jewish protesters, which is being investigated as a hate crime and terrorist act. AOC condemned the attack and rising antisemitism, but Youkilis accused her of 'virtue signaling' and failing to act, particularly regarding pro-intifada demonstrations in New York City. The attacker, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, faces federal hate crime and attempted murder charges after injuring several people with Molotov cocktails and a flamethrower. The incident has prompted some in Jewish communities to increase personal security measures. This debate highlights broader concerns about antisemitism and the responsibilities of public officials. Tensions persist within the Democratic Party over how to address these issues.