Talking to Al Jazeera on July 24 in Washington, D.C., alongside hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters, Dave Matthews mentioned he was “disgusted” by Congress’ assist for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Matthews added that he was “ashamed” that U.S. taxpayer cash was getting used to assist Israel “brutalize a whole inhabitants” in Gaza. The protest befell outdoors the U.S. Capitol, the place Netanyahu was welcomed and addressed Congress that day.
“I simply suppose it is horrible when many of the world is concentrated on this man and what he is doing in Gaza and what he is overseeing within the West Financial institution and East Jerusalem. [and] we welcome [him] Enter the so-called hallowed halls of our authorities,” Matthews instructed the information outlet.
“That is an ongoing wrestle for individuals who simply wish to have dignity, be capable to stay unbiased lives and dream of a greater future,” he continued. “This man is the best impediment to freedom and now we have [him] Visiting the nation is obscene. That is disgusting assist for individuals who don’t deserve our assist.
Matthews concluded: “I am ashamed that my tax {dollars} are getting used to brutalize a whole folks. It is shameful. I am ashamed that our authorities welcomed him right here.
In line with the Related Press, Netanyahu promised “whole victory” over Hamas in a speech to Congress and referred to as People who opposed the Gaza warfare “idiots,” including: “The US and Israel should stand collectively. Collectively. Once we stand collectively, one thing quite simple occurs: We win, they lose.
Watch Matthews’ full interview with Al Jazeera in a earlier video.
