Controversial Pro-Palestinian Phrase Ignites Debate in Chicago City Council and Beyond

Chicago Ald. Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez, chairwoman of the city council's Committee on Health and Human Relations, faced criticism for using the pro-Palestinian phrase "From the River to the sea, Palestine will be free" on social media. The phrase, which has been chanted by pro-Palestinian supporters, has been associated with eradicating Israel and has drawn condemnation from fellow Democrats. Rodriguez-Sanchez defended her use of the phrase, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza.