I posted this documentary in the spirit of sharing films that provide perspectives that most of us are not exposed to and for those who are curious to learn more. I am not looking to debate the topic. I believe each person who reads LincolnTalk has the ability to decide for themselves what they believe in or disbelieve. This is purely an announcement share.
For those who might be concerned about the group organizing the movie, I can tell you from first hand experience, LexPalestine, is a local group started by a group of diverse families, some of whom have direct experience having lived under the occupation or been forced to leave, some who have lost loved ones and friends, some Jews, Christians, Buddhists, Muslims, mothers, fathers, grandparents, teens and children and the list goes on. I have attended events sponsored by this group and they are all about connecting with the local community in a peaceful welcoming way. There is no hate or radicalization going on here. Also, for anyone who is concerned, the funds for the movie are going back to Lexington Venue and 1 For 3. Here’s a description and a link: We serve Palestinian refugees in the West Bank primarily living in UN-run camps. 1for3 is a Massachusett’s-based 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-political organization. We want Palestinians to achieve their full human rights on par with those enjoyed by other communities around the world. We work towards this goal by partnering with community-run organizations in UN-run Palestinian refugee camps in the West Bank on four specific needs: health, education, water, and food. https://www.1for3.org/ In Peace, Risa On Tue, Jan 7, 2025 at 1:50 PM Chris McCarthy <kb1...@gmail.com> wrote: > Risa, > > Thank you for extending the invitation, particularly as a few Lincolnites > have recently expressed the need to have respectful and meaningful in > person conversations regardless of background as the Lexginton group's > mission states. For the benefit of the community and those deciding whether > to participate, would you describe this as more of an activist > organization? I took a moment to look at the Instagram page/website was > only able to find claims of occupation, apartheid, genocide, endorsement of > Jill Stein for President, support for the troubling former MIT encampment > <https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6wHwjaNo4t/?igsh=MXBvcGttNTdlM240dQ==> etc. > rather than sparking curiosity or promoting unity and inclusivity. > > - Chris > > > On Tue, Jan 7, 2025, 10:59 Risa Lavelle <risalavell...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> >> Hi All, >> In the spirit of sharing opportunities to learn more about Palestinian >> history and the complexities of its lasting effects of this issue on the >> world today, I'm sharing this event coming up this Thursday. >> >> The event is sponsored by Lexington for Palestine. >> Below is more information from Lexington for Palestine. >> >> We are delighted to invite you to a special screening of *Where Olive >> Trees Weep*, a powerful film that explores the history and ongoing >> impact of Palestine on global society. The event will be held at *The >> Venue Theater*, and we would love for you to join us in this important >> conversation. Reserve a spot here! >> <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/where-olive-trees-weep-tickets-1106473334529> >> >> *Event Details:* >> 📅 *Date:* 1/9 >> 🕒 *Time:* 7pm >> >> At Lexington for Palestine, our mission is to promote peace, inclusivity, >> and unity within our community, regardless of race, faith, or background. >> >> We believe that one of the best ways to combat hate in all forms is by >> coming together to learn and have respectful, meaningful conversations. We >> hope this event sparks curiosity, promotes understanding, and inspires a >> path forward built on acceptance, kindness, and solidarity. >> >> We look forward to seeing you there! >> >> Warmly, >> Lexington for Palestine >> [image: Where Olive Trees Weep.png] >> >> -- >> Follow us on Instagram @lexingtonforpalestine >> >> -- >> The LincolnTalk mailing list. >> To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. >> Browse the archives at >> https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. >> Change your subscription settings at >> https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln. >> >> >>
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