More than 100 people turned out Nov. 29 at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture for an evening of art held in solidarity with the Palestinian people and their right to self-determination.
Art as Resistance: Solidarity with Palestine
Despite challenges, Palestine support continues to grow in Va.
Since the Gaza ceasefire went into effect on Jan. 19, Gaza’s Government Media Office has reported more than 350 violations of the terms of the agreement by Israel.
How much money has the US given Ukraine?
More than $175 billion.
UN overwhelmingly condemns US blockade of Cuba
Once again, the United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly voted to condemn the U.S. blockade of Cuba, first imposed in 1960 after the Cuban Revolution overthrew the U.S.-backed dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista.
War in Sudan continues with no end in sight
“When two elephants fight, it is the grass that is trampled.” This East African proverb is an apt description of what is happening in the Republic of Sudan.
Anti-genocide protesters face heavy charges; not so with cops
Richmond has been seeing a sharp escalation on the part of law enforcement in respect to pro-Palestinian activities. Not that harsh police tactics are new: Recall this past April’s violent breakup of a peaceful Gaza solidarity encampment at Virginia Commonwealth University by campus, city and state police.
While Israeli genocide expands, pro-Palestinian actions spread across Va.
Despite organizing in an increasingly hostile and repressive environment, pro-Palestinian activism across the Commonwealth is strong, growing and adapting to ever-changing obstacles imposed by the state.
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