Many Democrats are seeking distance from the American Israel Political Affairs Committee (AIPAC), which they believe is supporting in their campaigns. Evanston mayor Daniel Biss, grandson of Holocaust survivors who moved to Israel, argues that AIPAC is investing millions in his race due to his progressive stances. However, several people familiar with AIPac's decision-making suggest that Biss isn't the threat they perceive. Biss is running an ad about how much connected money has gone to support his opponent, Laura Fine, who has publicly distanced herself from the group. Critics argue that AipAC's support for Israel is becoming more partisan and that anti-Israel rhetoric could become a defining issue in the next presidential primary race. Some Democrats believe AIPAT has made navigating navigating this by pushing them into maximalist positions in favor of Netanyahu.