The United States' unwavering loyalty to Israel has come at a devastating cost—one paid in Palestinian lives, displacement, and suffering. For decades, the U.S. has provided billions in military aid, diplomatic cover, and political backing, ensuring that Israel remains shielded from accountability, even as its actions in Gaza and the West Bank grow increasingly brutal. This loyalty has manifested in unconditional arms shipments, vetoes against UN resolutions condemning Israeli war crimes, and the suppression of pro-Palestinian activism within the U.S. itself. Even as international courts begin to recognize Israel’s violations of human rights, Washington remains hesitant to impose consequences. However, cracks are beginning to form. Public opinion in the U.S. is shifting, with growing numbers of Americans questioning their government’s blind support for Israel, especially as images of mass starvation, bombed hospitals, and murdered civilians flood social media. Younger generations, in particular, are rejecting the traditional narrative, demanding an end to military funding and calling for Palestinian liberation. Despite this shift, the suffering continues. Palestinians are being arrested for protesting, students are punished for speaking out, and activists are silenced. The cost of U.S. loyalty to Israel is measured in destroyed homes, lost futures, and the blood of innocent civilians. The question remains: how much longer will this loyalty endure before justice prevails?
Bob Funke, Stan Robinson, Stephen R. Low, Professor. Ann Lucas, Sofia Rose Wolman, Lish Tran, Juliet Salameh Olivier, Dr. Bethany Marks, Dr. Rana Awwad, Tahani Abu Mosa, and Mohammed Alghool
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June 1, 2025
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