Gaza.
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- Published on Wednesday, 08 July 2015 11:45
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One year ago today, Israel began its overwhelming 50-day military attack on Gaza while the world’s governments looked on. Israel was armed—and diplomatically protected—by my country, the United States.
Over 2,200 Palestinians were killed, the vast majority of them civilians. Seventy-one Israelis were killed, 5 civilians.
You took to the streets, the airwaves, and social media to say the loss of any life was one life too many, and that one of the world’s most technologically advanced armies had to stop bombing people hiding in schools, apartments, and hospitals.
People, we all reminded the world, who had already suffered for years from dispossession, the Israeli military-enforced occupation, and siege.
Today, we are re-releasing the Gaza Names video and website we produced with the Institute for Middle East Understanding (IMEU). Narrated by Wallace Shawn, and featuring many artists and activists you will recognize, this 4 minute video shows the names and some of the faces of those who were killed.
It reminds us that Palestinians in Gaza are still living under siege. Still traumatized. Still resilient. And still fighting for their freedom.
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Please, share this video far and wide.
I know it is difficult to watch. When I see the images of families, I can't help but imagine my own. But it is our obligation to witness, and more importantly, to take action.
Please watch. Share. And act.
The Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement is 10 years old this week. Nonviolent BDS campaigns to pressure Israel to abide by international law are making a difference faster than anyone ever imagined. They are uniting diverse people from around the world who believe in justice, equality, and dignity for all peoples of Israel/Palestine.
This movement must and will grow. Please. Join us.
Please, recommit to building a movement for justice. Let's lead with actions, not just words.
Cecilie Surasky
Deputy Director
Jewish Voice for Peace
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