Delegates who have not committed get denied request for Palestinian convention speaker

Uncommitted delegates to the Democratic National Convention were denied their request to have a Palestinian American speaker at the event by Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign. The delegates, elected in protest of President Biden’s support for Israel’s war in Gaza, had indicated they would commit to Harris if their request was granted. Despite engagement with members of the Muslim and Arab community in recent months, the Harris campaign ultimately said no to their request. The delegates, who are a small fraction of the total convention attendance, have been vocal in their desire for representation on the convention stage. They have criticized the DNC for what they see as a double standard in highlighting the suffering of Israeli children while ignoring Palestinian children. Following the denial of their request, the delegates plan to sit outside the convention hall in protest. Overall, the decision marks a potential turning point for the delegates who have kept their distance from other protesters and disruptions at the convention. The tension between the delegates and the Harris campaign reflects broader divisions within the Democratic Party over its stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Photo credit
www.nbcnews.com