Estee Chandler of Jewish Voice for Peace says activists are demanding politicians “take action and not just revert back to the status quo … of continued occupation [and] continued siege on Gaza.” Read more about California activists arrested at US senator's office as they demand halt to Israel arms 

US Senator Barbara Boxer interrupted powerful Palestinian testimonies of abuse and discrimination airing live on CSPAN to agitate for greater US support for Israel. Read more about US senator filibusters live coverage of powerful Palestinian testimonies