'As the statement says, Quakers have long been involved in the region, but mostly in supporting Palestinians.' Photo: by CHUTTERSNAP on Unsplash
Tunnel vision? Stevie Krayer’s personal take on the Gaza statement
‘There is more to a conflict than facts.’
by Stevie Krayer
31st May 2024
I was impressed by the powerful ‘A different future is possible: Quaker organizations share a vision for peace in Palestine and Israel’ statement signed by American Friends Service Committee, Quaker United Nations Office and others, including our own Yearly Meeting. In fact, when it first came to my attention I asked my Meeting to consider signing it. But I’ve since re-read it several times, and have felt a sense of unease growing.
