You’ll notice—as for some reason I didn’t until I was writing this post—that this reading is scheduled for October 7.
As Writers Against the War on Gaza (WAWOG) wrote in their statement of solidarity, Israel’s assault on Gaza did not begin on that day in 2023. But since then, the escalation of starvation, bombing, and immiseration has been astronomical. In response, there have been countless actions of solidarity and complicity, from BDS and PACBI, to fundraisers big and small, to larger mobilizations, like yesterday’s 24-hour general strike in Italy. Much is being done, which I don’t say to be placating, but to remind you that you and I are not alone in what’s left to do. And there’s a lot.
So while it would be nice for you to join me at Perfume, I suspect there may be better uses of your time that evening. Whatever you do, I hope you’ll consider supporting Palestinians on the ground in whatever way you can. You can start with the link below.
After 16 months of chaos, Sama'a, Baha'a, and their young daughters Julia and Talia were displaced again in mid-September. They have lost everything, over and over. You can help them cover their expenses—which include rent for their tent, water, milk, and diapers—here.
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