VT Town Meetings Focus on Israel, Critics Warn of 'Separating Jews from the Rest of the Population'

Описание: A centuries-old Vermont political tradition is intersecting with a modern global conflict this year.

On Town Meeting Day in early March, voters in several Vermont communities will consider a symbolic measure related to the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The question asks whether towns should adopt an "apartheid-free community" pledge.

Town Meeting Day is a long-standing civic practice in Vermont. Residents gather face-to-face to vote on local issues such as school budgets, road repairs, and other municipal decisions. This year, however, some ballots include an issue that reaches far beyond local government.

The proposed pledge is not legally enforceable. Supporters describe it as a moral statement. John Heermans, who backs the campaign, explained, "It says we affirm our commitment to freedom, justice and equality for the Palestinian people and all people. We oppose forms of racism, bigotry, discrimination and oppression." He added that the effort is focused on policy, noting, "What we're doing is criticizing the policies and actions of the state of Israel, not the Jews."

Read the full story from CBN Tara Mergener: https://cbn.com/news/us/vt-town-meeti...

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