Younger Biden Staffers Anonymously Protest Israel Stance, Reflecting Cultural Shift in Activism
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Since Israel's attacks on Hamas, anonymous letters from Biden staffers have protested his support of Israel, shocking older politicos used to secrecy.
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Younger staffers feel empowered to voice dissent anonymously due to a cultural shift valuing speaking out over deference to bosses.
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For younger activists, political debates can be impacted by vocal pressure from inside or outside typical systems.
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Social media has decentralized media, making younger staffers less concerned with hierarchy when speaking out.
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Biden's team has held listening sessions with concerned staff, influencing a change in tone toward Palestinians.