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Rep. Dan Goldman addresses Brooklyn coffee shop banning him over his views on Israel
By Nomaan Merchant at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
New York Rep. Dan Goldman called it sad that a Brooklyn coffee shop apparently banned him with a viral social media post amid a heated Democratic primary election that has focused heavily on the politics of Israels war in Gaza.Speaking to CNNs Laura Coates on Monday, Goldman addressed his experie...
Key takeaway I had such a nice interaction with the barista in the coffee shop, Goldman said, echoing a comment he left on Poeticas Instagram post.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The controversy surrounding Rep. Dan Goldman and the Brooklyn coffee shop has implications for Detroit 's own community, where Middle Eastern and Jewish populations have a significant presence. The debate over Israel's war in Gaza and US involvement has sparked intense discussions in local forums and town halls. Detroit's residents, with their diverse cultural backgrounds, are likely to be affected by the rhetoric and policies emerging from this Democratic primary election. The fact that a local business would take a stance on such a contentious issue, as seen with Poetica Coffee, suggests that the conversation is not limited to the political sphere, but also resonates in everyday interactions. As Detroit's own political leaders weigh in on international issues, they must consider the complex perspectives and sensitivities of their constituents, making this a story with local stakes that extend beyond the Brooklyn coffee shop incident.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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