Tootfinder

Appreciating these reflections from writer & organiser Simone Zimmerman.
"Standing at the action that day, I was heartened to witness the growing ranks of Jews standing against the horrors in Gaza. But the presence of these progressive Zionist groups also provided a painful reminder of their long absence. ...
"Jewish communities should ask themselves “What would you have done to stop the annihilation of the Jews of Europe?” and should do just that for Palestinians now. You are either for genocide or against it.
"... most of us—myself included—had our own painful confrontation with Zionism. We recall both the isolation of being cast out of the mainstream Jewish community and the sweetness of building new relationships of solidarity. I’m only here today because many people offered me an off-ramp. That’s why many in my position feel that it is our responsibility to engage—to exercise humility and grace as we sit with other Jews in their fear and shame, and invite them to take action with us."
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