I loved this convention too, but I deeply regret the DNC's decision not to allow even one person to speak for the civilian victims in Gaza.
The speech quoted and linked below by an American Palestinian was offered, but declined.
I'll continue to work for Kamala, but the decision to exclude this voice for Palestinians was wrong.
"... But in this pain, I’ve also witnessed something profound—a beautiful, multifaith, multiracial, and multigenerational coalition rising from despair within our Democratic Party. For 320 days, we’ve stood together, demanding to enforce our laws on friend and foe alike to reach a ceasefire, end the killing of Palestinians, free all the Israeli and Palestinian hostages, and to begin the difficult work of building a path to collective peace and safety. That’s why we are here—members of this Democratic Party committed to equal rights and dignity for all. What we do here echoes around the world..."
Thank you, Deda - my feelings exactly!
This is the most important election in my lifetime. Our country must fight to win this one. Thank you Deda for your wise words and counsel.
Linda, it feels odd when a statement like "most important election in my lifetime" is not hyperbole. I should be used to it by now!
I loved this convention too, but I deeply regret the DNC's decision not to allow even one person to speak for the civilian victims in Gaza.
The speech quoted and linked below by an American Palestinian was offered, but declined.
I'll continue to work for Kamala, but the decision to exclude this voice for Palestinians was wrong.
"... But in this pain, I’ve also witnessed something profound—a beautiful, multifaith, multiracial, and multigenerational coalition rising from despair within our Democratic Party. For 320 days, we’ve stood together, demanding to enforce our laws on friend and foe alike to reach a ceasefire, end the killing of Palestinians, free all the Israeli and Palestinian hostages, and to begin the difficult work of building a path to collective peace and safety. That’s why we are here—members of this Democratic Party committed to equal rights and dignity for all. What we do here echoes around the world..."
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2024/08/dnc-speech-uncommitted-movement-harris-walz-ruwan-romman/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email&fbclid=IwY2xjawE2pq9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHeBNxcGRujC7dpcebxyCBAxP2Obw0nrhuAx9p6YzRwklSpgRi6wPIZUMkw_aem_xbBvTThY-sIJcDWv7OcN0Q
Jeb, it's been almost a month - sorry I'm late! - but have you seen any changes in this issue? Thank you for your response to the DNC messaging.
Thank you Deda. You summed it up beautifully. When we fight we win
Ian, "When we fight we win" is worth repeating - so I am here! Thank you.