The movement to use peaceful, economic pressure to encourage the Israeli government to halt its illegal military occupation and construction of settlements in the West Bank is gaining momentum once again after renowned physicist Stephen Hawking stated he would boycott a conference in Israel to send a message to the government. This week, the
Hawking’s Refusal To Attend Israeli Conference Spurs Divestment Debate In US
Protesters demonstrate on June 5, 2010, in Melbourne, Australia, against Israel’s Gaza Blockade and attack on humanitarian flotilla. (Photo/Takver via Flickr) The movement to use peaceful, economic pressure to encourage the Israeli government to halt its illegal military occupation and construction of settlements in the West Bank is gaining momentum once again after renowned physicist […]