NDP MPP to remain in Opposition Caucus

Hamilton Centre MPP Sarah Jama will remain in the Opposition caucus after a statement about conflict in the Middle East that drew criticism. The NDP MPP posted a statement about the conflict between Israel and Hamas on social media on Tuesday, sparking calls for her to be kicked out of caucus. Jama called Israel “apartheid” in her statement, which drew swift and widespread condemnation including from Ontario Premier Doug Ford. Yesterday, both Stiles and Jama released statements, including confirmation Jama would continue to sit with the Ontario NDP  caucus at Queen’s Park. Jama apologized, saying she condemned “terrorism by Hamas on thousands of Israeli civilians, and also believes that Israel’s bombardment and siege on civilians in Gaza is wrong.”