Harris-Walz platform on Israel explained • Uncommitted delegates tell Harris to make changes on Israel stance • Anti-Israel protests outside of DNC venue
DNC kicks off as anti and pro-Israel protesters demonstrate in Chicago, August 19, 2024.(photo credit: REUTERS/KEVIN LAMARQUE, REUTERS/SETH HERALD)
Biden faces criticism over DNC statement about pro-Palestinian protesters
Joe Biden’s critics are attacking him for saying pro-Palestinian protesters ‘have a point.’ His Jewish backers aren’t concerned.
ByRON KAMPEAS/JTA, BEN SALES/JTA President Joe Biden speaks onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 19, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.(photo credit: Brandon Bell/Getty Images)Go to the full article > >
At DNC, Emhoff says Harris encouraged him to take on fighting antisemitism
Emhoff said Harris comes with him to synagogue for high holiday services, and he goes to church with her for Easter, and spoke about combating antisemitism and other forms of hate.
ByHANNAH SARISOHN Doug Emhoff, second gentleman of the US, speaks during Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., August 20, 2024. (photo credit: Mike Segar/Reuters)Go to the full article > >
Schumer ends DNC speech criticizing Trump for 'antisemitic stereotypes,' omits hostages and Israel
Schumer, as the highest-ranking Jewish member of Congress, said he never wants his grandkids to face discrimination because of who they are.
ByHANNAH SARISOHN U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks to reporters accompanied by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) following the weekly Senate caucus luncheons on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S(photo credit: REUTERS/KEVIN MOHATT)Go to the full article > >
Bernie Sanders receives ovation at DNC after calling for permanent ceasefire, return of hostages
Andy Levin calls on Kamala Harris to address Palestinian issues for Michigan victory
At the DNC panel, former Congressman Andy Levin called for Kamala Harris to address Palestinian issues and win Michigan for a potential victory.
ByHANNAH SARISOHN Rep. Andy Levin speaks at a press conference introducing his "Two-State Solution Act" on Capitol Hill, Sept. 23, 2021. He is flanked by Hadar Susskind, the president/CEO of Americans for Peace Now; Rep. Alan Lowenthal; Rep. Sara Jacobs; Rep. Peter Welch; and J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami.(photo credit: Ron Kampeas/JTA)Go to the full article > >
Hostage families urge ceasefire and humanitarian aid at DNC
Family members of eight American hostages will attend the DNC in Chicago, urging a ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian aid for Gaza.
ByHANNAH SARISOHN Families of Americans held hostage by Hamas speak with members of the press after meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, outside the White House in Washington, US, July 25, 2024.(photo credit: REUTERS/KEVIN MOHATT)Go to the full article > >
Gaza protests surround DNC convention as Biden doubles down on Kamala Harris support
While Democrats gathered at United Center, hundreds of protesters assembled at a nearby park to pressure the party to drop military support for Israel's Gaza offensive.
ByREUTERSA woman shouts slogans, as people take part in the rally "March on the DNC" on the first day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., August 19, 2024.(photo credit: Seth Herald/Reuters)Go to the full article > >
