"Pro-Palestinian Activists Lead Black Friday Boycotts in Solidarity"

Pro-Palestinian groups in the United States are organizing Black Friday boycotts and protests to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. They are rallying at commercial centers, refusing to shop at large corporate stores, and participating in virtual protests. The protests aim to pressure the Biden administration to end its participation in what they perceive as the genocide of Palestinians. The demonstrations coincide with a temporary ceasefire in Gaza and come after tens of thousands of students have already protested nationwide. Pro-Israel groups argue that a permanent ceasefire would enable Hamas to continue its attacks on Israel. The planned protests coincide with record Black Friday shopping, with sales projected to reach record levels during November and December.