Around a thousand Chicagoans came out Monday, Nov. 19 to protest Israel’s attacks on Gaza. The march began at 4:30 p.m. at Federal Plaza and ended at the Daley Center, where the rally began.

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The march and rally were organized by Chicago chapters of the American Muslims for Palestine, the Chicago Movement for Palestinian Rights, the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago, the Palestine Solidarity Group, and the U.S. Palestinian Community Network.

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An estimated 1,000 Chicagoans marched through the loop Monday evening.

Cars and buses drove by with passengers cheering and waving Palestinian flags.

Drummer activists added some rhythm to the march.

News helicopters and local news teams covered the march.

People were given signs to carry but many brought their own.