Members of #Congress need to see this — men from the Israeli lynch mobs attacking Palestinians appear to be brandishing similar “Punisher”symbols to those the Proud Boys & others who attacked the US Capitol wore. @AOC @RashidaTlaib @IlhanMN @CoriBush 1/3
https://twitter.com/bencaspit/status/1393131510778236930
The ideology of ethno-nationalism is a threat to democracy and human dignity everywhere. We need to understand the context of attacks on Palestinians as an extension of these dangerous beliefs. 2/
Many ethno-nationalists see #Israel as a model of the type of government they want to create in the US. I hope this allows members of Congress who came under attack 4 months ago to empathize with what Palestinians are facing today. 3/3
#PalestineUnderAttack
#PalestineUnderAttack
Here’s an image of one of the insurrections wearing that same symbol, but an American flag instead of an Israeli one. He’s holding plastic handcuffs, in what is assumed to be part of a plan to hold members of Congress hostage. 
Important update because facts are important: The Israeli police leadership confirmed this was not an independent militia, but a detective force within their unit.
No clarification on whether the Punisher emblem worn, however, represents allegiance to far right. 1/
No clarification on whether the Punisher emblem worn, however, represents allegiance to far right. 1/
Let’s remember Israeli police force is not a neutral actor in this situation, but rather is a systematic oppressor of the Palestinian community in Israel. Will update with more details as they emerge. 2/2
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