Activists and Doctors Call on Kamala Harris to Endorse Arms Embargo on Israel
Protests at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago intensified as activists and doctors urged Kamala Harris to support an arms embargo on Israel amid the ongoing Gaza crisis. Witnessing firsthand the devastation caused by the conflict, they emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire.
The Uncommitted National Movement criticized the Biden administration’s contradictory stance of calling for peace while supplying weapons to Israel. They demanded a new approach to Gaza and the immediate halt of bombings targeting civilians.
Doctors shared chilling accounts of atrocities in Gaza, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and the dire need for medical care. Yet, Harris’s unwavering support for Israel raises concerns about the continuation of U.S. funding for the conflict.
As the death toll in Gaza rises and the blockade exacerbates starvation and disease, the plea for an arms embargo becomes more pressing. The world watches as the Democratic Party grapples with its values of human rights and justice.
This article was originally published by Common Dreams and has been edited for clarity and additional context.