Sunday, September 10, 2017
"I Am Strong. I Am Not Intimidated."
When we visited Issa Amro in his home two weeks ago, Fiona and I were moved by his steady confidence and commitment. He is so clear about his mission, his network of support and solidarity, and his purpose. Issa is not only a human rights defender, but a mentor to young activists and an educator of nonviolent resisters. That he was arrested a couple days later was shocking, but not surprising. His witness is a threat to powerful people, architects of occupation and protectors of the status quo. Tonight I thank God for his release, but more than that, for his determination and gentle strength. In this video, he thanks so many allies--Jewish Voice for Peace, CODEPINK and so many others around the world. He has created a broad coalition of concern and passion: and we stand with Issa now in his daring work, his nonviolent work, for liberation.