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Quote by Rachel Corrie

“I feel like I'm witnessing the systematic destruction of a people's ability to survive. It's horrifying.”

Quote by Rachel Corrie

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Rachel Corrie was an American peace activist who gained international attention for her efforts to protect Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip during the second intifada. Born on April 10, 1979, in Olympia, Washington, she tragically died on March 16, 2003, at the age of 24. Corrie's activism was characterized by her direct action against the Israeli military occupation, including attempting to block the demolition of Palestinian homes. more

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