In a somber Thanksgiving reflection, those who have witnessed the atrocities committed in Gaza must recognize that their family gatherings are not exempt from discussions about human rights. A two-year-long genocide is ongoing, and it's unlikely to be forgotten at any dinner table.
A painful reality exists for some families who cannot bridge their differences on Israel, but this narrative must shift towards those whose lives have been shattered by Israeli attacks. Two of a young student's immediate family members were killed when his home in Gaza was bombed; the surviving family member is now forced to live in tents. The situation is far from over.
The October 10 agreement brought some relief for Palestinians, but their daily struggle with displacement, starvation, and killings continues. Israel has carried out relentless bombings and targeted civilians, resulting in significant loss of life – including over 120 children.
Despite growing international support for the Palestinian cause and recognition of Israel's actions as genocidal, tangible consequences are lacking.
There will be no solace in declarations if they do not bring concrete action. As Mosab Abu Toha noted at a recent U.N. meeting, it is time to stop accepting illusions of peace processes that only exacerbate injustices.
The writer suggests joining movements pushing for boycotts, divestment, and sanctions against Israeli institutions complicit in occupation and apartheid. For those who can, solidarity is an opportunity to support their cause.
A painful reality exists for some families who cannot bridge their differences on Israel, but this narrative must shift towards those whose lives have been shattered by Israeli attacks. Two of a young student's immediate family members were killed when his home in Gaza was bombed; the surviving family member is now forced to live in tents. The situation is far from over.
The October 10 agreement brought some relief for Palestinians, but their daily struggle with displacement, starvation, and killings continues. Israel has carried out relentless bombings and targeted civilians, resulting in significant loss of life – including over 120 children.
Despite growing international support for the Palestinian cause and recognition of Israel's actions as genocidal, tangible consequences are lacking.
There will be no solace in declarations if they do not bring concrete action. As Mosab Abu Toha noted at a recent U.N. meeting, it is time to stop accepting illusions of peace processes that only exacerbate injustices.
The writer suggests joining movements pushing for boycotts, divestment, and sanctions against Israeli institutions complicit in occupation and apartheid. For those who can, solidarity is an opportunity to support their cause.
the world needs to wake up to what's happening in gaza - its not just about israel and palestinians, its about humanity. a two-year long genocide is being committed and ppl r still talkin bout turkey dinner 
it gets old how we only remember some genocides but forget others like this one. the fact that there are kids dying left & right in gaza is a wake-up call for all of us. we need to support ppl who r sufferin & not just be silent observers. 
. It's easy to get caught up in guilt trips and feel obligated to always show support, but have you considered that maybe some people are just trying to move forward? I mean, can't we just agree to disagree without feeling like we need to jump on a bandwagon?
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. I'm all for supporting the Palestinian cause, but let's have some nuanced conversations, you know? 
. The thought of sitting around a dinner table with loved ones while still grieving over family members lost in Gaza is unbearable 
. It's not just about discussing human rights, it's about taking action to stop the violence and ensure justice for those affected. 
. We need concrete actions that will bring relief to Palestinians living under occupation. The fact that over 120 children have lost their lives is heartbreaking 
. It's time to put our money where our mouths are and support movements pushing for boycotts, divestment, and sanctions against Israeli institutions complicit in apartheid 
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. We need to recognize that peace can't be achieved through illusions of negotiations alone 
. By joining movements that push for justice and equality, we can make a tangible difference in the lives of Palestinians 
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. Can you imagine coming home from school to find your family members killed and your home reduced to rubble? 
That's what happened to that young student, and his family is still living in tents 
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. The international community needs to step up and support the Palestinian cause 
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. We need to stand with him and support those who are fighting for justice. Boycotts, divestment, and sanctions can make a difference, even if it feels like just a drop in the ocean 
. Let's keep spreading awareness and supporting each other during these tough times 
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. We need to keep talking about it, not just during holidays, but all year round 
. Boycotts and divestment might be a tough ask for some, but we gotta keep pushing for change 
. Every little bit counts 
. I think it's amazing that people like Mosab Abu Toha are speaking out against the peace processes that don't work. Boycotts and divestment are definitely something we can do to support the Palestinian cause, so let's get behind them 
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. Can't they just give us a button to donate to Gaza relief efforts or something? It's not like it's hard to add a feature for charitable giving... 
. And don't even get me started on the lack of live streams from the occupied territories – how are we supposed to care if we can't even see what's happening in real-time? 
. Seriously, though, how about adding a "support Palestinian human rights" sticker to our profile pics or something? It'd be a simple way for us to show solidarity... 
We need to start supporting organizations and movements that are actually making a difference, whether it's through boycotts or just being more aware of what we're buying.
. It's not just about human rights anymore, it's about lives lost, families shattered, and people living in tents because their homes got bombed 
. We need more than just words on social media; we need real action 
... solidarity is definitely a good place to start! 