Rachel Corrie: Parents & Friend Remember U.S. Activist Crushed by Israeli Bulldozer in Rafah in 2003
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Rachel Corrie's Legacy and Rafah’s Ongoing StruggleOn March 16, 2003, Rachel Corrie, 23, was killed protecting a Palestinian home amid escalating tensions in Rafah, Gaza.
Key FactsMar 18, 2024 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: democracynow.org
- Rachel Corrie died while trying to stop the demolition of a Palestinian home by an Israeli military bulldozer in Rafah.
- The Israeli military ruled her death an accident, a conclusion widely criticized by human rights organizations as flawed.
- Her parents established the Rachel Corrie Foundation to continue her work and raise awareness about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- Rachel’s story remains a powerful symbol of solidarity for Palestinians and inspires global activism for justice.
I can’t imagine what drives them to do that, but that’s the situation in Gaza.— Craig Corrie speaks about the desperate situation of people in Gaza wanting to flee after 21 years of trying to hold onto their homes and lives.
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- The former music teacher has over 14 million YouTube subscribers and a large following on TikTok and Instagram.
- Her content highlights geopolitical crises and advocates for universal child care.
- Recently, she met with Rahaf, a 3-year-old girl from Gaza who was injured in an airstrike.
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