Pro-Palestinian Activists Disillusioned by Kamala Harris' DNC Speech

Pro-Palestinian activists were disappointed by Vice President Kamala Harris' speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, claiming it failed to address their concerns about U.S. support for Israel in the Gaza conflict. The speech echoed calls for a ceasefire but upheld both Israel's and Palestine's rights without any new directives, leaving activists feeling ignored.

Pro-Palestinian activists expressed disappointment with Vice President Kamala Harris' address at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, saying it fell short of addressing their concerns regarding U.S. support for Israel in the ongoing Gaza conflict.

The speech reiterated earlier calls for a ceasefire and hostages deal but upheld Israel's right to self-defense alongside Palestinian self-determination. Critics argue that Harris missed an opportunity to break from the status quo, leaving activists in battleground states like Michigan and Pennsylvania feeling neglected.

Activists like Abbas Alawieh and Rima Mohammad voiced concerns that the DNC's refusal to feature a Palestinian speaker, combined with Harris' lack of new directives, could alienate progressive voters and jeopardize crucial votes in tight races.

(With inputs from agencies.)