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Milwaukeeans of Jewish and Palestinian heritage are spending their days in turmoil as they watch violence raging in the Middle East, in many cases endangering family and friends.
Both groups speak of the situation with deep emotion and, at times, strong rhetoric. The one bit of common ground: concern for people caught in the worst violence in the area since 2014.
The latest round of fighting began after weeks of rising tension over the threatened eviction of dozens of Palestinian families from east Jerusalem by Jewish settlers. It culminated with clashes between Palestinian protesters and Israeli police at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, a flashpoint site sacred to Jews and Muslims.
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Protesters rally in downtown Chicago, suburbs in support of Palestinians
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The protest is organized by the Chicago Coalition for Justice in Palestine.
Officials said the rally includes about eight speakers. A march is set to start at 5 p.m.
Their goal is to bring awareness to the Chicago community about what is happening to Palestinians and to demand justice and peace.
They also want the
Protesters gather in suburbs, downtown Chicago in support of Palestinians
Hundreds of protesters gathered in support of the Palestinians in the suburbs and in downtown Chicago.
The death toll is rising as violence escalates between Israel and Palestinians.