Jewish community members and allies organized a Shabbat celebration and protest against ICE raids in Los Angeles on June 20, 2025. Activists from Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) voiced concerns over the escalating violence and genocide, particularly in relation to military support for Israel. Hunger strikers demanded a meeting with Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth, emphasizing the government's role in the situation. They highlighted the stark contrast between their situation and the suffering of people in Gaza, urging immediate action and accountability from political leaders.
This season feels especially urgent because the escalation of the genocide is happening at the same time that there's less and less attention being paid to it - even as the violence increases.
We're doing this because it's unacceptable for our government to continue arming a genocide. I can definitely notice my body getting weaker. And I also feel really acutely aware of how much easier this is for me than even a fraction of the discomfort people in Gaza are experiencing.
We've been trying to get a meeting with you for three weeks and you've been avoiding us.
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