The Left has no principles. They’ll do anything to virtue signal.
And now Democrats just rolled over and gave this terrorist group a massive win.
Providence to Raise Palestinian Flag in Show of Diversity
Providence, Rhode Island, is set to fly the Palestinian flag at City Hall on Friday, a decision city officials frame as a celebration of the diverse communities that enrich the state’s capital. The move, initiated by a community request, reflects the city’s tradition of honoring various cultural identities through symbolic gestures.
City officials clarified that the Palestinian flag will not replace any American flags, emphasizing continuity in their display practices.
“Providence City Hall displays many different flags throughout the year to mark different occasions and honor the many ethnic and cultural backgrounds and traditions that make our city strong,” a spokesperson for Providence City Council told Fox News Digital Wednesday.
The spokesperson noted that flags representing the Dominican Republic, Ireland, Armenia, and Israel have also been raised in recent months, pointing to the city’s commitment to inclusivity.
Community-Driven Initiative Sparks Local Pride
The decision to display the Palestinian flag stems from a community proposal to recognize the contributions of Palestinian-Americans to Providence’s vibrant cultural tapestry.
“Like those examples, this idea came to us from the community as part of a request to honor the important role Palestinian-Americans play in the fabric of our beautifully diverse city,” the spokesperson added. Council President Rachel Miller will present the flag during Thursday’s city council meeting, with the flag set to fly outside City Hall on Friday.
Supporters of the initiative see it as a way to celebrate local diversity while maintaining respect for national symbols.
The move has drawn attention amid the ongoing Israel-Palestinian conflict, but city officials have positioned it as a local gesture of inclusion rather than a geopolitical statement.
City Council Takes Lead Amid Overall Context
The flag-raising ceremony is a City Council-led effort, distinct from the authority of Democratic Mayor Brett Smiley.
“In Providence, the executive branch and City Council are two separate branches of government. The Providence City Council, not Mayor Smiley’s office, will be raising the Palestinian flag on Friday,” said Josh Estrella, a spokesman for Smiley, clarifying the division of responsibilities.
According to GoLocalProvidence, the Palestinian flag’s presence is becoming more noticeable at City Hall, though the indoor chamber typically displays only the state and national flags.
Fox News Digital sought comments from Rhode Island Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Senate Armed Services Committee ranking member Jack Reed, and Rep. Gabe Amo, who represents much of Providence, as well as the State Department, to gauge their perspectives on the decision in light of international tensions.
The Trump administration’s focus on local autonomy suggests support for such community-driven initiatives, provided they respect national unity and legal frameworks. However, raising another country’s flag, especially one that supports terrorist groups like Hamas, doesn’t seem like the best way to respect national unity.
