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I grew up as an Orthodox Jew and a Zionist, with a strong connection to Israel. However, I believe that the current Israeli government is exploiting the guilt of the Holocaust to justify their mistreatment of Palestinians. The Israeli army spokesperson's response to the killing of Palestinians was reminiscent of Nazi ideology. It's important to note that Israel was born out of Jewish terrorism, and the government's refusal to negotiate with Hamas has had dire consequences. Military means cannot solve the issue, as there are millions of Palestinians who are treated poorly by Israel. It's time for our government to take a stand and impose sanctions on Israel for their unacceptable conduct.

As a Jewish person, I want to make it clear that I am against the existence of the Zionist State of Israel. The oppression and cruelty inflicted upon the Palestinian people is not in the name of our religion or the star of David. Judaism, as stated in the Torah, forbids Jews from having our own sovereignty since the destruction of the temples. True followers of Judaism do not aspire to have our own state or take land from the Palestinians. This goes against the principles of my religion.

I represented my deceased Holocaust survivor parents in this call to the world, questioning how they could stand by and do nothing while this terrible slaughter occurs. It's unbearable to speak safely in New York while over 2 million people are suffering. There is no justification for the actions of Israel, my tax money included. I fear that my tax money may be funding missiles that could harm my dear friends in Gaza. This situation is truly appalling, beyond words.

I know war, and what’s happening in Palestine is not a war; it’s genocide and ethnic cleansing aimed at taking land from a specific people. This is fundamentally wrong. As an American and a patriot, I feel compelled to speak out against this injustice. The fact that US taxpayers are funding this situation adds to the frustration. We must put an end to this.

During your speech, you referenced Jewish people and compared some audience members to Nazis, which is offensive, especially to those with German heritage and to Holocaust survivors. I don't respect that. My parents were Holocaust survivors; my father was in Auschwitz, and my mother was in a concentration camp. Every member of my family was exterminated. The lessons from my parents compel me to speak out against Israel's actions towards Palestinians. It is despicable to use their suffering to justify the violence and destruction inflicted on Palestinians. Instead of shedding tears for the past, we should empathize with the current suffering of the Palestinians.

I am Rabbi Jacob Miller of Turcata International, a group of Jewish rabbis protesting the occupation in Gaza. Creating Israel by displacing others goes against Jewish law. Judaism is not the same as Zionism. Opposing Zionism is not anti-Semitic; it's about justice and peace. Jewish people worldwide seek a free Palestine, ceasefire, and end to occupation. We pray for peace in Palestine.

As a Holocaust survivor, I initially believed in the Zionist dream of a Jewish state. However, I soon realized that achieving this dream meant oppressing and expelling the local Palestinian population. The Nakba, or catastrophe, was the foundation of Israel, yet it is not allowed to be mentioned. During my visit to the occupied territories, I witnessed the brutality of the occupation, including the destruction of olive groves and denial of water rights. Palestinians are trapped in what is often referred to as the world's largest outdoor prison. Criticizing Israel does not make one an anti-Semite; it is about standing up for Palestinian rights and justice. The Western press often portrays Palestinians as terrorists while giving Israel less criticism. Israeli historians, professors, and soldiers have spoken out against Israeli policies. It is important for people, regardless of their background, to speak up against injustice and not be silenced by accusations of anti-Semitism.

I grew up in a Jewish family in America, and I have family who were killed by Nazis. When we said "never again," it meant never again for everyone, including the Palestinians. It's disgusting to hear Israel use dehumanizing language and kill civilians. My heart goes out to Palestine. I hope they can be free and live prosperous lives. We, as Jewish people, also stand with Palestine and wish for a free Palestine. It's not about religion, but about a nation being killed by Zionists. The Nakba never ended; it's an ongoing ethnic cleansing. Gaza is like a concentration camp, with most people living in misery and destruction. They deserve freedom and self-determination. To the people in Gaza, it's hard to imagine what you've been through, and I understand the anger. Thank you for standing for humanity.

I'm here with a Jewish block marching for a free Palestine and justice. There's nothing that justifies the attacks on hospitals and the deaths of children in Gaza. I want to show other Jews that these marches aren't fueled by anti-Semitism. Palestinians have invited us to their homes and consider Jews and Muslims as brothers. If any Jew in London feels uneasy, I encourage them to join us wearing their kippas, as they will be met with nothing but love.

I am Anath Murad from Israel, speaking on behalf of the Jewish people. In Israel, we have a unique way of doing things, often blaming Palestinians for our own actions. We have a history of controversial incidents, like the bombing of the King David Hotel and the flotilla to Gaza. It's better for us if people remain ignorant about these events. On a personal note, my sister is considered crazy because she refuses to be a soldier.

I am here today to support the oppressed people and stand against the occupation. Israel, in my view, is a colonial apartheid genocidal state that does not represent Judaism. I was exploited when I was younger, living in Israel and learning the language. As I delved deeper, I realized the horror of this state exploiting our trauma from the Holocaust to oppress another people. They deserve the same rights as everyone else. I became aware of this in 2014 when I witnessed Israel's massacre in Gaza. Since then, I have separated my Jewish identity from this occupying fascist brutality. Today, I march with the Palestinians and support justice for all oppressed peoples. Thank you for speaking with me.

I am not pulling my perspective on Israel Palestine out of thin air. I have studied and researched this extensively. As a Jewish woman raised by a Zionist family, I have overcome my pro-Israel bias to see the viciousness and violence of the Zionist state. My interest in the conflict grew when friends returned from birthright trips and spoke negatively about Palestinians. I took multiple courses in college to gain a well-rounded understanding of Israeli-Palestinian politics, which solidified my pro-Palestine stance. The history of colonization and exploitation by Britain and the US led to the establishment of Israel on Palestinian land. The current leadership, like Benjamin Netanyahu, prioritizes wealth and military power over the well-being of Palestinians. Israel's actions constitute a genocide, slowly eroding the will of the Palestinian people while benefiting the primary stakeholders.

We strongly oppose Israel's ongoing genocide, which has been happening for 75 years. The current war crimes committed by the Israeli government are even worse than before. Jews are joining us in condemning these crimes and demanding that the international community hold Israeli war criminals accountable. We also want to highlight the big ride for Palestine, which has brought us together.

I am a Holocaust survivor and I witnessed the power of solidarity in saving lives. The cry of "never again" was meant for all of humanity. Jewish people are at the forefront of supporting others, and any crime against them is a crime against everyone who desires love and peace. We demand that the Canadian government take immediate action to stop the genocide in Palestine. Israel's government is responsible for the violence and hate. The US and its allies, including Canada, are aiding in this apartheid genocide. Indigenous people understand the importance of equality and dignity, as they have faced similar struggles. It is time to end the occupation.

I was raised as an Orthodox Jew and a Zionist. My parents fled Poland and settled in Britain. The current Israeli government manipulates guilt to justify mistreatment of Palestinians. They prioritize Jewish lives over Palestinian lives. Military force won't solve this issue. Even after the fighting ends, there will still be millions of Palestinians suffering in Gaza and the West Bank. The Israeli government's conduct and policies are unacceptable. Our government should impose a complete arms ban on Israel. We need genuine peace, not conquest, which is the Israelis' unattainable goal. They are not just criminals, but also fools.

As an American Jewish person, I am deeply disappointed and enraged by the support for Israel among my fellow American Jews. It is disheartening to see the Holocaust being used as propaganda to justify the genocide of another group. There is a billboard on Ventura Touro Boulevard that exploits the Holocaust to garner support for Israelis, but I refuse to be swayed. The people promoting this agenda are not the ones who experienced the Holocaust. They are using the deaths of millions as a call to commit genocide, which goes against the wishes of my own family. It saddens me to witness the widespread support for Israel, and I anticipate losing many of the friends I grew up with because of my stance.

I'm the only person with a Palestinian flag and the only Israeli citizen here. I served in the IDF 40 years ago during a hopeful time for peace. However, I witnessed sabotage and the attempted assassination of the mayor of Nablus. It felt like a mafia-run country hindering the peace process. Despite my initial disbelief, I stand here today to show my support. The emotions overwhelm me as I reflect on the bloodshed and the lies being spread about the truth of the situation. It's truly horrible.

As a Jewish person, I want to make it clear that I am against the existence of the Zionist state of Israel. The oppression and cruelty inflicted upon the Palestinian people is not in the name of our religion or the Star of David. Judaism and the Torah forbid Jews from having our own sovereignty since the destruction of the temples. We are also forbidden from killing or stealing. Taking land away from the Palestinians goes against my religion and is completely contradictory.

I am not pulling my perspective on Israel Palestine out of thin air. I have studied and researched this extensively. As a Jewish woman raised by a Zionist family, I have overcome my pro-Israel bias to see the viciousness and violence of the Zionist state. My college experience and coursework on Israeli-Palestinian politics further solidified my pro-Palestine stance. This conflict is not as complicated as people make it out to be. It stems from Britain and the US wanting to exploit Palestine for military labor and land colonization. The establishment of Israel was never intended as a gift for Jews, but rather a trap to exploit the land and its people. Israel's actions over the years amount to a genocide, slowly exhausting and harming the Palestinian population while benefiting the primary stakeholders.

I am not pulling my perspective on Israel Palestine out of thin air. I have studied and researched this extensively. As a Jewish woman raised by a Zionist family, I have overcome my pro-Israel bias to see the viciousness and violence of the Zionist state. In college, I took multiple courses on Israeli-Palestinian politics and the Middle East conflict, which solidified my pro-Palestine stance. The history of Palestine's colonization by Britain and the US, and the displacement of Palestinians for Jewish settlement, is clear. Israel's actions over the past 75 years can be described as a genocide, with the intention of exhausting and displacing the Palestinian population for the benefit of the primary stakeholders.

I'm Alec, an anti-Zionist Jew living in Israel. I believe this state operates as an apartheid system, having ethnically cleansed and brutalized many people since its inception. The ongoing occupation and violence are necessary for its existence as a Jewish state, which I oppose. I see this identity as the root of our problems and long for a day when it is replaced with one that reflects freedom and equality for all citizens. Free Palestine, and please share this message.

As a child of Holocaust survivors, I strongly believe in the principle of "never again." The current situation in Gaza is deeply troubling. It's important to understand that the conflict didn't start with Hamas, but rather with the displacement of 750,000 Palestinians in 1948 to establish the Jewish state. These people were relocated to Gaza, and now they are being targeted for elimination or forced relocation. This must stop. American Jews need to speak out and say that this is not happening in our name or with our tax money. We cannot allow this genocide to continue before our eyes.

I'm Jewish and Israeli, and my parents survived Auschwitz during the Holocaust. I'm here with the Palestinians because I don't support the British government's arming and financing of Israel, which I see as supporting genocide. The media, including the BBC, is also complicit in this. Many people in Britain oppose this government's actions, including myself. This conflict didn't start recently; it began in 1948 when numerous Palestinian villages were destroyed, thousands of innocent Palestinians were killed, and hundreds of thousands became refugees. This violence has persisted ever since.

I'm here today because as a Jewish Israeli, I cannot support the genocide happening in Palestine. The British government's support for Israel, along with the media's backing, is illegal and immoral. We will always stand against it. Many people in Britain also oppose the government on various issues, including this one. The conflict between Israelis and Palestinians didn't start recently; it began in 1948 when numerous Palestinian villages were destroyed, thousands of innocent Palestinians were killed, and hundreds of thousands became refugees. This violence has persisted ever since.

I'm 24 years old from Haifa and an anti-Zionist activist. On November 3, there was a planned screening of "Gaza Fight for Freedom." Days before, police collaborated with a fascist group to harass one of the event's spokespeople after her number was leaked. On November 2, police raided my parents' house looking for me. They continued to threaten and harass me and my family, claiming I was brainwashed and in danger, without acknowledging that the real danger came from them. This illustrates the lies Israel tells about being a democracy. Israel is committing genocide and ethnic cleansing, and any act of resistance, no matter how small, is met with oppression. I urge you to continue fighting for the Palestinian people, Gaza, and against the crimes committed by Israel and its allies in the Middle East.