DNC crowd cheers as Bernie Sanders demands end to ‘horrific’ Gaza war
SUMMARY
At the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) energized the crowd by demanding an immediate end to the war in Gaza. His passionate speech, marked by repeated calls for justice abroad, included a direct appeal for a ceasefire and the return of hostages. Sanders also criticized the influence of big money in politics, targeting billionaires who he argues distort elections. The speech was notable for its strong stance against the war and the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), contrasting with the more restrained positions of other Democratic leaders. The convention has seen significant protests, with thousands of pro-Palestinian rioters in Chicago and interruptions such as a protester chanting “Free Palestine” onstage.
