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Dispatches from the opposition to antisemitism march

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MiffyAtTheGallery · 28/11/2023 13:22

Just wondered if anyone had seen this video that Konstantin from Triggernometry has put out reflecting on Sunday’s opposition to antisemitism march? I was there with my mum and my four month old baby (little fella was in the carrier). We’re not Jewish, though my son has a Jewish Nonna from Rome.

I thought it was a great day and Konstantin has captured the spirit and energy of the event really well.

I made the same observation about the presence of British flags . I heard someone at the march behind me mention it too, why they are included at this march but not so much at the pro-Palestine ones (I think that’s right, but tell me otherwise if I’m mistaken).

Good to see many Iranian flags and participants too. I think it’s important to elevate the voices of these brave people who oppose the existing regime in Iran, particularly in light of its ongoing support and sponsorship of Hamas.

Just a side note, I’m really glad that the former EDL leader was expelled from the march (I won’t mention him by name). This was a peaceful event and as such, extremists were definitely not welcome!

Looking forward to comparing and contrasting the reflections on next week’s pro-Palestine rally from Konstantin (or Francis). Should be illuminating!

Konstantin Kisin - LIVE Interviews from March Against Antisemitism

Join us with this LIVE report from the second largest march against Anti-Semitism in UK HISTORY, where we interview various protestors and find out what this...

https://youtu.be/QjJAHHYykjA?si=MPjbtyEBvZt6WBjL

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Depdawg · 29/11/2023 08:53

4get2 · 29/11/2023 08:46

Sympathy is good! Let's be honest though, Palestinians were living in peace until they were occupied illegally by Israel. The apartheid state is inhumane and unjust.

Oh just go away.
I notice you made no comment on the vigil for peace.

4get2 · 29/11/2023 08:46

Sympathy is good! Let's be honest though, Palestinians were living in peace until they were occupied illegally by Israel. The apartheid state is inhumane and unjust.

Depdawg · 29/11/2023 08:37

Ruminate2much · 29/11/2023 05:25

I saw that video. I can't bear anti-Semitism (I'm also not Jewish) and I can't bear what has been happening to the innocents in Gaza. So I'm actually very sympathetic to both marches. But I wouldn't feel comfortable attending either, no matter how peaceful, because of all the flags. I'm Northern Irish born to NI parents. I grew up in England from age two. But return to visit regularly. In NI, flag waving can be so contentious that I've almost become allergic to it!
Palestinian flags at one demo, and Israeli flags at the other. I can't pick a side like that, as I feel so genuinely sorry for all the innocent human beings caught up in the current horror. I've heard there's a general coming-together peace vigil on December 3rd. I'd dearly love to attend, but booked up that day already. I'll listen out for another one.
I'm so glad to hear the march you attended was peaceful OP. I send my love to all the Jewish people on here, and to all Palestinians/Muslims/Arabs on here too. I'm very sympathetic to all of you, and the hard time you're having x

I saw that about the peace vigil but I couldn't post a link.

Ruminate2much · 29/11/2023 05:25

I saw that video. I can't bear anti-Semitism (I'm also not Jewish) and I can't bear what has been happening to the innocents in Gaza. So I'm actually very sympathetic to both marches. But I wouldn't feel comfortable attending either, no matter how peaceful, because of all the flags. I'm Northern Irish born to NI parents. I grew up in England from age two. But return to visit regularly. In NI, flag waving can be so contentious that I've almost become allergic to it!
Palestinian flags at one demo, and Israeli flags at the other. I can't pick a side like that, as I feel so genuinely sorry for all the innocent human beings caught up in the current horror. I've heard there's a general coming-together peace vigil on December 3rd. I'd dearly love to attend, but booked up that day already. I'll listen out for another one.
I'm so glad to hear the march you attended was peaceful OP. I send my love to all the Jewish people on here, and to all Palestinians/Muslims/Arabs on here too. I'm very sympathetic to all of you, and the hard time you're having x

Depdawg · 28/11/2023 17:48

A very interesting video.
Thank you.

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