Thousands of Pro-Palestine Protesters to Greet VP Harris at Democratic National Convention
Chicago to Host DNC Amid Ongoing Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Protest Organizers Demand Harris Condemn U.S. Support for Israel's Actions
Thousands of pro-Palestine protesters are set to gather in Chicago during the Democratic National Convention (DNC), demanding that Vice President Kamala Harris condemns the U.S.'s support for Israel's actions in Gaza.
The protest, organized by a coalition of over 200 social justice organizations, comes as the death toll in Gaza surpasses 40,000 amid the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Protesters plan to gather in Chicago's "Little Palestine" neighborhood, which has a large Palestinian population, before marching to the United Center, where the DNC will be held.
Key Demands of Protesters
- Condemnation of U.S. support for Israel's actions in Gaza
- Halt to military aid to Israel
- Recognition of Palestinian statehood
Organizers say the protests are intended to send a clear message to Harris and other Democratic leaders that they must take action to support Palestinian rights.
"We are here to demand that Vice President Harris and the Democratic Party stand up for justice and condemn the U.S.'s support for Israel's war crimes in Gaza," said one protest organizer.
Significance of DNC Protest
The DNC protest comes at a time when the Biden administration is under increasing pressure to take action on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Progressive Democrats have been particularly vocal in their criticism of the U.S.'s support for Israel, and they are expected to make their voices heard during the DNC.
The protest is also likely to draw attention to the plight of Palestinians living in Gaza, who have been subject to a devastating Israeli offensive.
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