Pro-Palestinians Cut Out of the Democratic National Convention
This week we have seen glaring examples of selective empathy, political maneuvering, and the persistent sidelining of Palestinian voices, especially at the Democratic National Convention (DNC).
For this week’s roundup, we are here to give you the full scoop on what has been happening in the political theater.
At DNC, Parents of Israeli-American Hostage Make Emotional Plea for Cease-Fire Deal
Overview: At the DNC, the parents of Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, spoke out, urging the release of their son and other hostages held in Gaza.
Why it matters: While the convention was visibly moved by the situation of the Israeli hostages, it has notably remained indifferent to the far greater suffering of Palestinians in Gaza. The DNC was never brought to tears or stirred by the insurmountable plights of Palestinians, who not only vastly outnumber the hostages but also face death in the most horrific ways.
Gaza Nurse Says Whole Family, Including Quadruplets, Killed in Air Strike
Overview: Ashraf El Attar, a nurse at Gaza’s European Hospital, suffered an unimaginable tragedy when an Israeli airstrike destroyed his home in Deir al-Balah, killing his wife, Hala Khattab, a teacher, and all six of their children, including four ten-year-old quadruplets and their one-year-old daughter.
Why it matters: The tragic loss endured by Ashraf El Attar is a stark representation of the broader humanitarian crisis engulfing Palestinians in Gaza, where thousands continue to fall victim to indiscriminate Israeli bombing.
What makes this tragedy even more poignant is how the international narrative often centers on the plight of Israeli hostages, overshadowing the immense suffering of Palestinian families like El Attar’s. The world should not only recognize but also respond to the full scale of human suffering in Gaza, where the loss of innocent lives cannot continue to be ignored or taken lightly.
No Palestinian Americans Will Speak at Convention, DNC Decides
Overview: At the DNC, a group of Uncommitted delegates staged a sit-in outside Chicago’s United Center after officials denied requests for Palestinian Americans to speak on the main stage. Led by Abbas Alawieh, a delegate from Michigan, the sit-in was a powerful attempt to amplify Palestinian voices and demand acknowledgment of their suffering amid the ongoing violence in Gaza. Alawieh has made it clear: until the DNC hears about the brutal realities faced by Palestinian children, he won’t budge.
Why it matters: This is yet another stark example of how the Democratic Party continues to sideline Palestinian voices and concerns. The demand for Palestinian American speakers is a clear call for equitable representation in political discourse, especially given the staggering loss of Palestinian lives under Israeli bombardment.
In a nation that prides itself on democratic values, the DNC’s persistent refusal to include Palestinian perspectives deepens feelings of disregard and dehumanization.
Democrats Ask Wisconsin Supreme Court To Boot Green Party From Ballot
Overview: The Democratic Party launched a legal battle to keep Jill Stein, the Green Party’s presidential candidate, and her running mate Butch Ware off the Wisconsin ballot. The petition to the Wisconsin Supreme Court argues that the Green Party’s candidates do not meet the necessary legal criteria to nominate electors. This move follows previous complaints to the Wisconsin Elections Commission that were dismissed.
Why it matters: The attempt to block the Green Party from the ballot reveals a deep-seated fear of rising competition from progressive alternatives. Jill Stein’s presence on the ballot could siphon crucial votes from Kamala Harris, particularly as frustration with both major parties and the growing number of uncommitted voters make traditional Democratic strategies less viable.
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