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Parkland Survivor Exits Race to Focus on West Bank Rights

1/16/2026

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Kasky Withdraws for Rights

Cameron Kasky, a progressive Jewish activist and Parkland survivor, withdrew from New York's 12th District race to focus on West Bank human rights after a trip heightened concerns about settler violence.
Betar US, a pro-Israel group, agreed to cease operations in New York after a settlement with Attorney General Letitia James citing harassment and intimidation.
This marks the first state action against Betar since the 2023 escalation of violence.

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Israel Intensifies Operations

Since October 2023, Israel has intensified military operations in the West Bank, including large-scale raids, airstrikes, and settler violence.
These actions have caused destruction in Jenin and Nur Shams, displaced Palestinians, detained over 80 people in recent raids, with ethnic cleansing reported.
The United Nations has condemned Israeli settlements as apartheid.
Understanding these developments is crucial to resisting Israeli plans and supporting Palestinian rights.

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Kasky Withdraws for Rights

Cameron Kasky, a progressive Jewish activist and Parkland survivor, withdrew from New York's 12th District race to focus on West Bank human rights after a trip heightened concerns about settler violence.
Betar US, a pro-Israel group, agreed to cease operations in New York after a settlement with Attorney General Letitia James citing harassment and intimidation.
This marks the first state action against Betar since the 2023 escalation of violence.

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