Sir Keir Starmer may think his electoral coalition is large enough to take a hit over his Gaza policy, but his colleagues do not.
The Labour party is entangled in a series of controversies, including allegations of antisemitism and inadequate handling of disciplinary matters.
There is widespread unrest in the party over Starmer's defence of Israeli actions and apparent reluctance to stand up for Palestinian human rights.
There is an internal struggle within the party that can either be damaging or productive, depending on how it is handled.
Starmer's determination to escape from his predecessor's shadow is not a bad idea, but not at any cost.
Conclusion: The current state of the Labour Party is fractured, with various factions vying for control. Sir Keir Starmer faces significant challenges in keeping his party together and preventing damage to his electoral base.