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Democracy Now! 2025-08-27 Wednesday

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Aug 27, 2025
Ahmed Al-Farah, head of pediatrics at Nasser Hospital, shares heartbreaking accounts of starvation and health crises in Gaza amidst ongoing conflicts. Aya Ibrahim, a former senior White House advisor, discusses the tensions and divisions within the Democratic party regarding military aid and foreign policy resolutions. Jeremy Edwards, experienced in FEMA, highlights the challenges of presidential influence over policy and its repercussions on disaster preparedness. Their insights paint a poignant picture of current humanitarian and political turmoil.
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ANECDOTE

Double-Tap Strike On Nasser Hospital

  • Dr. Ahmed Al-Farah recounts the double-tap strike at Nasser Hospital that killed journalists, doctors, and rescuers.
  • He describes chaos as rescuers were targeted while trying to save the injured, calling it a deliberate trap.
INSIGHT

DNC Split Over Gaza Policy

  • A DNC panel rejected a resolution calling for an arms embargo and ceasefire, highlighting deep party divisions over Gaza.
  • Allison Minerly argues party policy is misaligned with the broader Democratic base, citing only 7% support for the current position.
ADVICE

Change Party Policy From Within

  • Engage in local party organizing to change national party positions by becoming a state committee person then a DNC member.
  • Use formal resolutions and coalition pressure to force continued debate and votes on policy.
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