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Public commenters press council on Gaza fast and criticize police conduct and council responsiveness
Summary
During public comment, Reverend Joyce Penfield described a 40-day fast and called for an end to U.S. arms sales to Israel; Autumn Bridal accused council and the police union of ignoring protesters and described ongoing harassment by Akron police.
Two speakers addressed the council during the public comment period. Reverend Dr. Joyce Penfield described participating in a 40-day fast for Gaza and urged the council and community to "stop the forced starvation of Gazans and to stop arming Israel." She said the fast had drawn 700 participants across the United States and mentioned upcoming public witness events in front of the federal building.
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