The left-leaning Israeli daily published a column Sunday that harshly criticizes the late Republican senator, portraying him as having 'sold his principles' to support Donald Trump and calling him a 'moral vacuum' and a 'floor rag,' according to the text.
Shortly after the announcement of Sen. Lindsey Graham's death Sunday, Haaretz published a lengthy opinion column that deviates from a standard obituary or biographical review. The column is devoted almost entirely to harsh criticism of Graham's political career, describing him as a conservative who 'sold his principles' to become a loyal supporter of Donald Trump. It uses unusually strong language, including accusations of a 'liquidation sale of all principles' and calling him a 'floor rag' (סמרטוט רצפה). Graham, a staunch pro-Israel voice in the U.S. Senate, died suddenly Saturday night at age 71. The column's timing and tone drew attention on social media, with some noting its contrast to the largely eulogistic coverage from other outlets. The Zioneer has reported extensively on Graham's death and his role as a pro-Israel ally.
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