Lyft driver Sergei Kostin was fired for ‘discrimination’ after a customer complained about a poster supporting a ceasefire in Gaza in his car. Despite a huge backlash, Lyft later reversed the decision. The incident sheds light on the suppression of pro-Palestine voices in the US, where advocating for Gaza is often wrongly labelled as antisemitism.
After eight years with Lyft, Sergei was abruptly suspended and then terminated without being given a chance to explain. Only after a viral social media campaign did Lyft reinstate his account, citing his track record and high ratings.
Sergei, a member of Code Pink, advocates for peace and justice for Palestinians, challenging the US government’s complicity in their oppression. He continues to seek a public apology and explanation from Lyft as he contemplates his future with the company.
Code Pink, a feminist anti-war group, fights for human rights and demands an end to the genocide in Gaza. Sergei’s story highlights the ongoing struggle for justice and freedom of expression in the face of discrimination and censorship.