Vijay Prashad: Letters to Palestine, Writers Respond to War & Occupation

Vijay Prashad is a prominent & charismatic scholar and critic of US foreign policy. Two of his 17 books have been named “Books of the Year” by the Village Voice. Currently Professor of International Studies at Trinity College in Connecticut, he was previously Edward Said Chair at the American University of Beirut.

In addition to speaking about Palestine, Vijay Prashad will give an overview of ever-changing events in the Middle East – not to be missed!

Vijay Prashad edited “Letters to Palestine”, tracing the “swelling American recognition of Palestinian suffering, struggle, and hope, in writing that is personal, lyrical, anguished, and inspiring.” For example, after the 2014 Gaza assault, polls revealed that a majority of Americans under thirty found Israel’s actions unjustified.

Benefit for aid to Palestinian children, cosponsored by KPFA, Arab Resource and Organizing Center, and Jewish Voice for Peace – Bay Area. Wheelchair accessible. ASL interpreted.