U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon called for a change in leadership in Israel at a Wednesday night town hall at Eugene’s Sheldon High School.

“It is long past time for Israelis to select a new prime minister," he said.

Wyden—a Democrat—faced many questions and comments about his support of Israel, with many calling for him to end military support for the country.

Much of the front of the auditorium was filled by people showing their support for an end to the war either with signs or on shirts. Some said they were from the group Veterans for Peace.

One attendee said Wyden has stopped representing Oregonians.

“I would like to ask when you’re going to step aside and let a new generation of leadership emerge,” the man said.

Zac Ziegler / KLCC

Wyden responded by saying he was duly electe

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