Things Are Changing. Democrats are becoming Pro-Palestinian.

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https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-joe-biden-only-on-ap-middle-east-government-and-politics-8417ab720a42826a5e14f2dd31ff4fc8

WASHINGTON (AP) — A new poll on American attitudes toward a core conflict in the Middle East finds about half of Democrats want the U.S. to do more to support the Palestinians, showing that a growing rift among Democratic lawmakers is also reflected in the party’s base.

The poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds differences within both the Democratic and the Republican parties on the U.S. approach toward Israel and the Palestinians, with liberal Democrats wanting more support for the Palestinians and conservative Republicans seeking even greater support for the Israelis.

The survey also examined Americans’ opinions on the Biden administration’s handling of the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The survey was conducted about three weeks into a cease-fire following a devastating 11-day war last month between Israel and the Gaza Strip’s Hamas militant rulers. The fighting killed at least 254 Palestinians and 13 people in Israel.

Among Democrats, 51% say the U.S. is not supportive enough of the Palestinians. The sentiment jumps to 62% among Democrats who describe themselves as liberal.

I have always had strong feelings in support of Palestine. In the articles I'm reading, this is true for a growing minority of African-Americans, especially those who identify with Black Lives Matter activists.

https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2021/05/30/black-lives-matter-palestine-history-491234

The violence that erupted in Israel and Palestine this spring has activated a powerful sense of solidarity among many African-Americans. Well-known Black public figures, from Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving to actress Viola Davis, have been outspoken in support of Palestinians. Black Lives Matter activists have played an active role organizing and promoting pro-Palestinian protests all over the country. A Black Lives Matter organizer in New Jersey summarized the movement’s sentiments by saying, “we know occupation, we know colonization, we know police brutality.”

I think, when I read about what was happening, what is happening, I definitely think "police brutality". And it angers me.

However, I'm also VERY angry at the quickness I am seeing to silence those who are Pro-Palestinian. Especially those who would suggest that being Pro-Palestinian is ***automatically*** anti-Semitic. I read a recent OPINION PIECE about the Israeli position toward Palestinians, and it was so hostile and so unfair, I had no words. Six no's.

No two-state solution, no one-state solution. No negotiations. No end to settlement. No Palestinian Sovereignty in Jerusalem. No refugee return.

Now, this is an opinion piece, so it's possible that these things are not firm positions.

https://www.usip.org/publications/2022/02/israeli-palestinian-conflict-danger-no-solution-messaging#:~:text=Israel's%20%E2%80%9CSix%20No's%E2%80%9D,and%20no%20peace%20with%20Israel.

It is the sheer ugliness of this position that makes me want the US to take action against Israel. Stop sending them money and weapons. Invoke sanctions.

I would also like to see Palestine recognized as a nation by the UN.