New York, June 12 (RHC)-- Hunger strikers at the City University of New York have ended their fast after 16 days of public protest and teach-ins and after raising $30,000 for families in Gaza. 

One of the CUNY activists, Conor “Coco” Tomás Reed, said: “We’re now calling upon people to shift their energies from this hunger strike to engage in the myriad forms of struggle that are happening in New York City.  So, this is court watch for our immigrant family and friends.  This is blocking and resisting attempts at ICE raids and deportations.  This is challenging the housing laws that are evicting more and more people in New York.  This is making sure that abortion rights and gender-affirming care are — remain legal and accessible here in New York City.  So, we’re calling for the CUNY hunger strike for Gaza to convert into a liberation summer, and we invite people to become a part of it.”

[ SOURCE: DEMOCRACY NOW ]