Palestine

Students for Justice in Palestine organization suspended by Brown University

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Students for Justice in Palestine organization suspended by Brown University

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Brown University has temporarily suspended its chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) following a student protest that was held earlier this month. BACKGROUND: Brown condemns ‘unacceptable’ behavior during protest; students persist A spokesperson for Brown told 12 News in a statement “given the severity of alleged threatening, intimidating and … Read more

In Providence, first ever ‘Rhode Island Palestine Day’ celebrated

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In Providence, first ever ‘Rhode Island Palestine Day’ celebrated

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Dozens of people gathered in Providence Saturday afternoon to hold what they call the first annual “Rhode Island Palestine Day.” The event featured vendors, food, dancing, and music with the goal of educating people about Palestinian culture in wake of the conflict happening in Gaza. “We’ve had a whole year of … Read more