Dingell Defends El-Sayed Over Antisemitic Ads
Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell says Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed condemned one ad containing antisemitic language.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Secondary Education
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On MS NOW's "State of Play," host Peter Alexander asked Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell whether Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed had done enough to denounce hateful rhetoric. Dingell said everyone has a different style and that El-Sayed condemned one ad.
Why it matters
The exchange centers on how Michigan's Democratic Senate nominee handles antisemitic language appearing in campaign advertising. Whether a candidate's response is considered sufficient can shape voter perceptions in a closely watched statewide race.
The interview was broadcast on MS NOW's "State of Play" on November 2, 2026, with Dingell stating El-Sayed condemned one ad. Alexander said El-Sayed has not overtly denounced antisemitic language, while Dingell said both candidates should say the ads aren't right.
The players
Abdul El-Sayed
El-Sayed is the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, a former Detroit health official and public health physician who has run for statewide office.
Debbie Dingell
Dingell is a long-serving Democratic U.S. House member from Michigan, widely known for her decades in Congress and her role in the state's Democratic politics.
MS NOW
MS NOW is a cable and digital news network whose "State of Play" program hosts political interviews and analysis.
Peter Alexander
Alexander is a television journalist who hosts MS NOW's "State of Play" and has interviewed national political figures.
The details
Alexander asked Dingell whether El-Sayed had done enough to denounce hateful rhetoric that he has received. Dingell responded that everybody has a different style and that El-Sayed condemned one ad, adding that both candidates should say the ads are not right.
Timeline
• November 2, 2026: MS NOW's "State of Play" airs the Alexander and Dingell interview.
Political Context
Critics of El-Sayed's handling of the issue argue that a single condemnation is insufficient given the number of ads at issue. Supporters contend that candidates differ in style and that the response should be judged on its substance rather than its frequency.
Michigan voters can follow how the Senate candidates respond to these ads in televised interviews and campaign coverage. Readers weighing the race can compare each candidate's public statements on the issue.
The takeaway
Candidate responses to offensive campaign messaging are often judged by voters on both the number of statements made and their clarity. Readers can compare candidates' own public condemnations directly to form their view.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Breitbart.
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