In a recent interview with a reporter, Colorado State Rep. Tim Hernández found himself embroiled in a controversy after he declined to condemn protesters supporting Hamas. The exchange with the reporter has sparked public debate and concern.
Reporter: “You can’t condemn women and children and elderly people being mowed down in the streets.”
Hernández: “What about it?”
Reporter: “Do you condemn it?”
Hernández: “I already said.”
Reporter: “Why can’t you say yes?!”
Hernández: “Already gave you my answer.”
Reporter: “You didn’t give an answer. And I think anybody who watches would understand… your position.”
Hernández: “The three people who are gonna watch your video?”
Hernández’s refusal to explicitly condemn the violence in the exchange has raised concerns among the public and within his constituency, as it appears to leave his stance on the matter ambiguous. The controversy highlights the challenges faced by politicians when addressing complex and sensitive international issues.
Who is Tim Hernández?
Born on February 25, 1997, in Pueblo, Colorado, Tim Hernández hails from a Chicano family and spent his formative years in the North Side of Denver. Notably, Hernández made history by becoming the first member of Generation Z to hold a state office in Colorado. His significant appointment to the Colorado House of Representatives, representing the 4th district, occurred in August 2023 through a vacancy committee. As a member of the Democratic Party, Hernández is known for advocating a progressive platform that includes supporting gun control measures and striving for more affordable housing options in Colorado.
