Cornel West calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza

“We loathe and hate the vicious siege against Gaza. The least we can do in this moment of overwhelming vulgarity is to have a ceasefire. Yet, there are those in Washington, DC talking about a ’humanitarian pause.’”

Dr Cornel West, a philosopher, political activist and US presidential candidate, spoke in support of Palestinians in Gaza and called for a ceasefire outside the UN building in New York City.

He firmly stated that advocating for Palestinians and their children does not equate to hatred towards others.

“Don’t let anybody tell you that loving Palestinians and Palestinian babies means you hate someone else,” he said.

Emphasising his commitment to human rights, West declared solidarity with all who are occupied, subjugated or exploited, focusing specifically on Gaza due to what he described as a “genocidal attack.”

[sorry]

This is exactly why I'm voting for him he is totally fair and he is telling the truth.

[jenniferasarali]

I’m Caribbean, I feel the pain of the Palestine people . Free Palestine .

[ThatMemoryIsAlive]

How could you not support such a man for President

[restoneverest]

What a powerful, decent speech ❤ that's the leadership we need to see right now

[hussanalrubayie]

That "get off the crack pipe" line sealed the deal. Dude has my vote.

[anthonyc]

Everybody that's American... Please write Dr. Cornell West in the ballot next November if he's not there. There is no difference between Biden and Trump.

[jordybeans]

Stay strong Palestinian people! I can’t imagine what you guys are going through. -American

[lovesingsus]

What a powerful, beautiful voice of truth, love, justice and faithfulness to God! May the angels everlastingly protect Cornell West and keep him strong, gentle and boldly outspoken. May we all do our part to get a ceasefire NOW!

[shaistaijaz]

Respect 🫡 for u sir for being a great human being u r🫡🫡free Palestine 🇵🇸

[vuyelwamatentsi]

👏👏👏👏👏👏💖💖💖💖 our prayers are with the people of Palestine 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

[indiacorea]

Hello everyone My name is India and this is one of The Best Truest Moving speeches ever!!!! Thank you sir for speaking out!!!! Im so fed up with The government here. America has got big problems when they can't or will not speak out about thousands of people being murdered!!!! We must all stand together and fight for Palestine and Gaza. I as a Native Indigenous Woman understand clearly about Genocide! My race lived through it don't let Palestine be forgotten or anyone else facing evil. We are all humans. We must treat each other with decency and respect. Love your sisters and brothers and lets end the hate and the wars. # Stop The Genocide # Cease Fire!!!! I stand in solidarity with Palestine 🇵🇸🙌🏽 A'ho donadagohvi adageyudi 🪶💪🏽

[erolnog]

Well said Professor West Thank you for your voice 🙏

[husamudin]

He's teaching us how a true man should act

[leylaabayhan]

God Bless you’re Heart & Soul for defending the 😢ones that have no Voice

[MarkoTiano]

Cornell is absolutely killing it, absolutely nothing but true. Too many people are dying in Gaza as we speak.

[lovehumanity]

That's what sort of leader America needs. People of integrity and human values

[FreePal.esti.n]

You are more honorable than our leaders

[elisedallaire]

Thank you for speaking out, Sir. Truth!!! Is needed now.
Your voice is loud and clear and greatly appreciated 💛

[niravrasengupta]

Everyone, please vote for Cornell West. Please vote third party this election.

[eviebrown]

We need more leaders like Cornell..Free Palestine 🇵🇸