Solidarity

Harvard’s Palestine Solidarity Committee Intervenes in Federal Lawsuit, Challenging Trump’s Funding Freeze on Campus Activism

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Cambridge, Massachusetts — The Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee (PSC) intends to submit an amicus brief in support of the university’s ongoing legal battle against the Trump administration over federal research funding. This proposed document is aimed at backing Harvard’s push for summary judgment in its lawsuit, which seeks a court ruling without the necessity of a full trial. The PSC’s brief will assert that pro-Palestine activism, including certain anti-Israel rhetoric, does not target individuals protected under federal laws and thus should not be deemed a “hostile environment.” This stance is significant in light of … Read more

Jafar Panahi’s Powerful Win at Cannes Highlights Cinema’s Role in Global Solidarity Amidst Turmoil

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CANNES, France — The 78th Cannes Film Festival concluded with a powerful statement on global awareness and artistic resilience as Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi received the prestigious Palme d’Or for his film “It Was Just an Accident,” a work deeply influenced by his own experiences in prison. The film features five characters grappling with a shared trauma, convinced they have identified the prosecutor responsible for torturous interrogations during their arrests. However, since their captor was obscured from view, uncertainty looms over their convictions, creating a poignant commentary on justice and recognition in a flawed system. … Read more

Unprecedented Verdict: Eugene Jury Acquits Palestinian and Lebanese Activists in High-Stakes Solidarity Trial

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Eugene, Oregon – Outcry and confrontation spilled into the streets as hundreds were arrested in a coordinated global event on April 15th, 2024, advocating for the liberation of Palestine. This day of action spanned 82 cities across 19 countries, disrupting economic channels through blockades at ports, airports, highways, and weapon manufacturers’ facilities. The movement saw severe economic disruptions and resulted in over 400 arrests, with 62 occurring in Eugene, Oregon alone where Interstate 5 was closed temporarily by protesters. Law enforcement from state, county, and city departments quickly intervened to clear the blockades, charging most … Read more

University of Palestine Solidarity Leader Fights Suspension in Court Over Free Speech Concerns

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A University has suspended the leader of its Palestine Solidarity Committee, effective immediately until August 2025, following his participation in a controversial campus demonstration in support of Palestine on April 24. The student leader, Ammer Qaddumi, has escalated the dispute by filing a motion with a federal court on Thursday, seeking to halt the enforcement of this suspension. The university, which has not been disclosed in this report, responded to the motion by stating it will file its official response by Monday at 5 p.m. This legal battle traces back to an initial lawsuit filed … Read more