Democratic convention opens in Chicago amid protests, tensions
The four-day Democratic National Convention kicked off in Chicago on Monday, setting the stage for a week of high-profile political discourse and demonstrations.
The convention marks Vice President Kamala Harris’ official nomination as the Democratic presidential candidate following President Joe Biden’s exit from the race.
Free Palestine demonstrators, inside and outside of the convention, are making their voices heard.
Activists strongly opposed to the administration’s pro-Israel policies amid its war on Gaza that has killed over 40,000 Palestinians have planned marches.
These aim to highlight calls for an arms embargo on Israel and demand greater support for Palestinian rights.
Despite Harris’ rise in the party, protesters argue her stance mirrors President Joe Biden’s policies on Palestine, criticizing the administration’s handling of the issue.
More than 30 delegates representing the “uncommitted” movement are pushing for an anti-war stance and demanding an arms embargo on Israel before endorsing Harris.
Protesters carry placards reading “Women in Gaza are our sisters”, “Reject AIPAC”, and “Free Palestine”.
Demonstrators bearing Palestinian flags marched close to the United Center where Democratic conventions is being held.
The first protest, featuring the March for Bodies Outside Unjust Laws, occurred Sunday in the Loop, with a banner calling for Palestinian, abortion, and LGBTQ+ rights.
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