Protests Erupt Across US in Solidarity with Palestine Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict

Over 160 people gathered outside WHYY's studio in Philadelphia to protest the news coverage of the conflict between Israel and Hamas, calling attention to the local media blackout and biased reporting on Israeli occupation. Protesters demanded an emphasis on Palestinian voices and the delivery of necessary context to understand the occupation and apartheid state. They criticized Western news outlets for contributing to the dehumanization of Palestinians by excluding important information. The rally was organized by the Philadelphia Palestinian Solidarity Coalition and its allies, including university student organizations and local Black, Puerto Rican, and Filipino groups.