Category: Statements
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Urgent Appeal to Occupy and All Social Justice Movements: Mobilize to Defend the Egyptian Revolution
December 19, 2011 Endorse the statement here. In recent days, protesters demanding civilian rule in Egypt have again been murdered, maimed and tortured by the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF) and the Interior Security Forces (ISF). The conspiracy, being brutally implemented in Egypt, is part of a global conspiracy to suffocate mass movements…
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Stop Militarization of Our Communities in the US and Abroad!
USPCN is an endorser of this statement, which was initiated by multiple organizations in Northern California and the Bay Area. To endorse, email: [email protected]. As 2011 gives way to 2012, people’s movements for justice are met with unprecedented global militarization. From Oakland to Egypt, people are demanding democracy and an equitable distribution of wealth while…
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Solidarity, Renewal, and Struggle: Revolution Until Liberation
Dear friends and supporters of the Palestinian people in the U.S. and around the globe, On this International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, the US Palestinian Community Network marks 64 years since the partition of Palestine – 64 years of ongoing resistance, steadfastness and continuing commitment to free our land and our people.…
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Happy Eid from the US Palestinian Community Network
In the spirit of revolution, the US Palestinian Community Network’s Coordinating Committee would like to wish everyone a happy Eid al-Adha, especially to all recently liberated Palestinian prisoners and their families. Our hearts remain with those Palestinians still locked behind the oppressive bars of the Israeli settler-colonial regime, and we look forward to the day…
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US Palestinian Community Network’s response to the Palestinian Authority September statehood bid
For Immediate Release US Palestinian Community Network’s response to the Palestinian Authority September statehood bid الترجمة العربية تتبع Media contact: Andrew Dalack Email: [email protected] Telephone: 734-645-6860 August 27, 2011 In recent months, the Palestinian Authority has been intensifying diplomatic efforts to declare statehood at the United Nations. Wasting no avenue, the PA has been seeking…
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USPCN endorses Call from Gaza: Open the Rafah Crossing Unconditionally
Today, a call demanding the re-opening of the Rafah Crossing between Egypt and Palestine has come from Gaza. It is propelled by support from Egypt and has been endorsed by dozens of organizations, citizens’ groups, associations and coalitions in many countries, as well as by distinguished international personalities. The call to action underscores the Geneva Conventions which entitle all people to freedom of movement…
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USPCN condemns anti-BDS “Boycott Law”
USPCN signed on to the following statement, organized by the US Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel. Visit the USACBI website to sign on or email [email protected]. On Monday, 11 July 2011, the Israeli Knesset passed new legislation outlawing the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement [i]; a non-partisan grassroots initiative that seeks to pressure…
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USPCN supports Boycott-Israel 19 Defense Campaign in Australia
The US Palestinian Community Network supports the Boycott-Israel 19 Defense Campaign in Australia, following upon the police harassment, brutality and arrests against a mass peaceful BDS demonstration in Melbourne. You can sign on at the Defense Campaign’s website, or email [email protected]. Video of the police attack: Stand up for Palestinian human rights! Stand up for…
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Cultural Boycott of Israel: Thank you, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
The US Palestinian Community Network is a signatory of this letter below, supporting Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s decision not to go to Israel and participate in an awards ceremony, and encouraging him to become a supporter of the BDS Movement. Follow this link to sign the letter! June 29, 2011 Dear Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, We are writing to…
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May 15-22, 2012: USPCN Chicago joins Call For International Protests on the NATO War Makers
Call For International Protests on the NATO War Makers Chicago, May 15 and 22, 2012 An alliance of Chicago area peace and justice organizations, together with the United National Antiwar Committee (UNAC), are jointly calling for a united mass mobilization to protest the NATO and G8 Summits to be held in Chicago May 15 to 22. Permit applications were…