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October 18, 2023

Major Jewish-Led Protest in Capital Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza
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Here in the U.S., Jewish Voice for Peace and other groups are rallying
in Washington, D.C., today to demand an immediate ceasefire. Two dozen
rabbis are leading prayers and mass civil disobedience.

Meanwhile, inside the White House and other government buildings,
staffers have shared with reporters the challenges in calling out
Israel's crimes against Palestinians. Government employees say they fear
possible retaliation for even raising the issue of humanitarian
protections or restraining Israel.


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