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The Jewish Chronicle

Palestinian Solidarity Campaign hits youth trail

January 27, 2011 15:26

By

Marcus Dysch,

Marcus Dysch

2 min read

The efforts of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign to appeal to younger activists are causing concern among pro-Israel supporters.

A PSC rally last week to mark the second anniversary of Operation Cast Lead and the Gaza conflict heard speakers including veteran campaigner Tony Benn and the organisation's campaigns director, Sarah Colborne.

But it was two youthful, energetic speakers who roused the crowd. The appearance of hip-hop artist Lowkey, and political activist Jody McIntyre, gave what had been a staid rally a vibrant, contemporary atmosphere.

The combined age of the media and technology-savvy pair is just over half that of Mr Benn, who is 85.