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Palestinian‑owned Ken’s Coffee Roasters cites anti‑Palestinian vandalism; owner urges town trainings

Los Gatos Town Council · January 20, 2026
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Summary

Na Dean, co‑owner of Ken's Coffee Bar in Los Gatos, told the council vandals tore down a Palestinian flag and left a message equating Palestinians with terrorism; she asked the town to facilitate training to help community members and officials recognize and prevent anti‑Palestinian racism.

At the council’s verbal communications period, Na Dean (identifying themself as co‑owner of Ken’s Coffee Bar on Lee Avenue) told the council that vandals tore down most of the shop’s Palestinian flag on October 29 and left a hateful message claiming "We support terrorism" on what remained. Dean said the act followed earlier incidents and ongoing…

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