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Thousands Gather in Chicago to Protest Biden Administration’s Support for Israel During Democratic National Convention

Thousands gathered in Chicago to protest against the Biden Administration’s support for Israel amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The protests, taking place on the fourth night of the Democratic National Convention, saw demonstrators marching from Union Park towards the United Center. Organizers of the convention denied requests to have a Palestinian speaker on stage, fueling the frustration among protesters. The demonstration, significantly larger than previous days, underscored divisions within the Democratic Party regarding the U.S.’s stance on Israel and the conflict in Gaza.
  • Protesters in Chicago are demonstrating against the Biden Administration’s support for Israel amidst the Gaza conflict.
  • The protests occurred during the fourth night of the Democratic National Convention, with demonstrators marching from Union Park to the United Center.
  • Requests for a Palestinian speaker at the convention were denied by organizers, sparking further frustration among protesters.
  • The demonstration size notably increased, with thousands participating, compared to hundreds in previous days.
  • Protesters displayed signs calling for an end to U.S. aid to Israel and an immediate ceasefire.
  • Riot police were positioned to prevent protesters from reaching the United Center, where the convention was held.
  • Many demonstrators, identifying as natural Democratic Party voters, expressed discontent with the current administration’s policies towards Israel.
  • Protesters indicated that their vote in the upcoming election would be influenced by the Democratic Party’s stance on issues related to Israel and Palestine.
  • The hope among protesters is to influence the election outcome in key marginal states with significant Arab American and Palestinian American populations.

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