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Providence Set to Be Largest US City to Divest From Israel
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Providence, Rhode Island, is expected to pass a ballot initiative making it the largest U.S. city to divest from Israel. Supporters view the measure as a national model, while opponents plan legal action and warn of increased anti-Jewish sentiment.
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- Providence, Rhode Island, is poised to become the largest U.S. city to divest from Israel.
- A ballot initiative compelling the city to divest is expected to pass.
- Supporters hope the measure will serve as a national model.
- Opponents are preparing for legal challenges.
- Critics warn of a hostile climate against Jews.
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