Questions and Answers
Mr Munro described the policies of Republican nominee Donald Trump as a 'bigger ______'
threat
Karyna Lemus attended as a member of the Colorado Springs People’s ______'
Coalition
The march drew people from neighbouring states and further ______
afield
The demonstrators chanted 'from the river to the sea, Palestine will be ______'
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The Israeli military launched a campaign in Gaza to destroy ______ in response to an unprecedented attack
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Thousands of marchers took to the streets for a mostly peaceful protest near the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on its opening day, calling for a ceasefire in ______ and an end to US support for Israel.
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Later in the evening, President Joe Biden acknowledged that the protesters 'out on the street have a ______' in his primetime convention farewell speech.
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The protests in Chicago have highlighted divisions among ______ over one of the most contentious issues on the left of American politics.
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Many of the Gaza war demonstrators said they saw little difference between Mr Biden and his Vice-President ______, who is formally accepting the Democratic White House nomination this week.
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Omar Younes, a co-founder of Jisoor, stated that the Democratic Party may present a new face, but its support for Israeli ______ remains unchanged.
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Study Notes
Protest Overview
- Thousands participated in a protest near the Democratic National Convention, advocating for a Gaza ceasefire and ending US support for Israel.
- Turnout was lower than anticipated, with claims of 15,000 participants contrasting actual numbers.
Arrests and Security
- Several demonstrators were arrested after breaching a security fence, though police stated the inner fence remained secure.
- At least four protesters were detained amidst the chaos.
Political Context
- President Joe Biden recognized the protesters' concerns, citing the heavy civilian toll in both Gaza and Israel during his convention speech.
- Divisions within the Democratic Party were highlighted, questioning US support for Israel amid the Gaza conflict.
Perspectives of Protesters
- Protesters expressed frustration with Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, viewing their policies as unchanged despite Harris’s nomination.
- Omar Younes of Jisoor emphasized the Democratic Party's consistency in supporting Israeli actions.
Voting Intentions
- Some protesters planned to vote for Green Party candidate Jill Stein or abstain entirely, while others expressed commitment to voting for Harris despite concerns.
- Tallis George Munro aimed to balance his vote against perceived threats from Trump’s candidacy with stances on foreign policy.
Rally Messages
- Slogans included calls for justice and critiques of US Middle Eastern involvement, reflecting the demonstrators' motivations.
- The chant “from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” drew controversy, as critics view it as anti-Semitic while supporters deny such interpretations.
Counter-Protests
- A small group supporting Israel also gathered, indicating tension between the pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli factions.
Continued Activism
- Protests are set to persist throughout the week of the DNC, reflecting ongoing activism in light of the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
- Since October 7, the Israeli military campaign in Gaza has led to over 40,000 deaths, highlighting the scale of the conflict.
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This quiz examines the significant protest that took place on the opening day of the Democratic National Convention. Marchers gathered to advocate for a ceasefire in Gaza and call for the U.S. to end its support for Israel, despite a lower turnout than expected. Key events, including arrests and the atmosphere around the protest, will be covered.
