New Report Unveils How Anti-Israel Protests Fuel Anti-American Extremism
A growing alliance between anti-Israel activists and the radical anti-American movement
On July 4, 2024, approximately 250 organizations within the anti-Israel protest movement openly rejected or condemned the holiday, revealing a broader ideological mission: the destruction of the United States itself. These groups—many of which have openly endorsed Hamas’s brutal terrorist attacks on Israel—are not merely advocating for Palestinian rights but are part of an interconnected movement that sees the fall of the U.S. as necessary as the fall of Israel. Ryan Mauro’s multi-part investigative report, "Death to America," exposes this alarming network, uncovering their rhetoric, social media activity, and direct endorsements of violence against America.
A Coordinated Effort to Undermine America
Mauro’s investigation identifies high-profile organizations—ranging from campus groups like Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) to leftist coalitions like Black Lives Matter Global Network and the Women’s March—explicitly disavowing American values. His research found that their July 4 statements were not about nuanced criticism of U.S. foreign policy but about outright rejection of the country’s existence. Statements accused the U.S. of being "an engine of global imperialism," "built on genocide and slavery," and a "death cult." Some groups went as far as to call for "Indigenous liberation" modeled after Hamas’s armed resistance.
Explicit Support for Terrorism and Anti-American Violence
Among the most disturbing findings of Mauro’s report is that many of these organizations endorsed Hamas’s October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks, which killed over 30 Americans. Others called for an "Intifada" against the U.S., referencing Palestinian armed uprisings. The report highlights lawsuits against SJP and its parent group, American Muslims for Palestine (AMP), alleging that they provide direct material and ideological support for Hamas’s operations, not just abroad but within the U.S. itself.
Additionally, several groups—including pro-communist and anarchist factions—have glorified figures like Leila Khaled, a known terrorist, and Aaron Bushnell, a self-immolating extremist who celebrated Hamas’s massacre at the Nova music festival. The overarching theme is clear: these groups do not merely want to reshape American foreign policy; they seek to dismantle the country itself.
Who is Behind This Movement?
Mauro’s research outlines the financial and ideological networks sustaining these organizations. Many are backed by fiscal sponsors like the Westchester People’s Action Coalition Foundation (WESPAC) and the Progress Unity Fund, which is linked to the Chinese Communist Party. Other influential donors include radical leftist organizations that funnel money into activist groups, further inflaming campus protests and street demonstrations.
These entities leverage social media influence—some accounts boasting hundreds of thousands of followers—to amplify anti-American and anti-Israel propaganda. Posts regularly misrepresent U.S. military actions, distort historical conflicts, and vilify American humanitarian efforts, such as famine relief in Somalia, as "imperialist aggression."
A Broader Threat Posed by the Anti-American Coalition
Beyond the Palestinian issue, Mauro’s investigation reveals that the anti-Israel protests are part of a larger, ideologically driven anti-American movement. Groups that once championed social justice issues have now aligned with extremists, including those who endorse Iran-backed terrorist organizations like Hezbollah and the Houthis.
From student protests at Harvard to militant factions in Chicago, these groups operate under the guise of "peace" and "justice" while promoting rhetoric that dehumanizes the United States and justifies violent resistance. Their messaging equates American patriotism with white supremacy, calling the Fourth of July a "holiday of genocide" and declaring that "U.S. imperialism must end.".
These organizations go beyond criticizing American policies—they advocate for dismantling the nation itself. Their ties to terrorist sympathizers, radical leftist groups, and international entities hostile to the U.S. are cause for significant concern.