David Meikle will be staying on the council after all. I honestly never thought this would be possible when I started this and any credit belongs entirely to the 241 people who spoke up to protect him. We should stay watchful but for now I am just so thankful.
September 10, 2014
Final supporters
Conservative councillor David Meikle waved the Israeli flag as civic leaders raised the Palestinian flag over Glasgow's city chambers on Friday.
Jewish communities reacted angrily to the flying of the Palestinian flag saying it would stir up tensions.
Mr Meikle tweeted a picture of himself with the Israeli flag but his Twitter account has since been deleted.
Glasgow City Council said the flying of the Palestinian flag was to show solidarity with those affected by the conflict in Gaza.
Mr Meikle said the decision to fly the flag was taken without consulting council members and would do nothing to stop suffering on both sides of the conflict.
He is now being asked to resign his post as Councillor, simply for flying the Israeli flag.
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August 12, 2014
I am honestly overwhelmed by the momentum behind this because it was never my intention to lead something that resonated with so many people. The credit belongs entirely to those of you who recognized the importance of this stand and stepped up to ensure David is not left alone. It is truly humbling to see how much you care about fairness.
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August 12, 2014
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Why just the "Palestinian" flag? Why not show solidairity with every other country of the world where there is unrest or killing? And yes, that would include Israel.
there are others that are being affected on the Israel's side as well - does their suffering not count just because they are Jews? mr meikle is an honest man and a decent one .
Why is he being picked on when nothing has been done about those who are flying IS black flags. How dare ppl be so hypocritical. He must not resign. Disgraceful.
Whatever one's views about the conflict may be, it is a disgrace that one is allowed to fly one flag, yet not another. In the UK of all places! I am horrified!
It's rare to find a man of principle-particular in the political arena. All people of integrity must express support for this courageous man!
I support this courageous councillor against the Fascists and antisemities who want to suppress all dissenting voices.
bless you
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David Meikle will be staying on the council after all. I honestly never thought this would be possible when I started this and any credit belongs entirely to the 241 people who spoke up to protect him. We should stay watchful but for now I am just so thankful.
September 10, 2014
Final supporters
Conservative councillor David Meikle waved the Israeli flag as civic leaders raised the Palestinian flag over Glasgow's city chambers on Friday.
Jewish communities reacted angrily to the flying of the Palestinian flag saying it would stir up tensions.
Mr Meikle tweeted a picture of himself with the Israeli flag but his Twitter account has since been deleted.
Glasgow City Council said the flying of the Palestinian flag was to show solidarity with those affected by the conflict in Gaza.
Mr Meikle said the decision to fly the flag was taken without consulting council members and would do nothing to stop suffering on both sides of the conflict.
He is now being asked to resign his post as Councillor, simply for flying the Israeli flag.
Show your support for David Meikle by signing our petition.
Updates
August 12, 2014
I am honestly overwhelmed by the momentum behind this because it was never my intention to lead something that resonated with so many people. The credit belongs entirely to those of you who recognized the importance of this stand and stepped up to ensure David is not left alone. It is truly humbling to see how much you care about fairness.
Reached 100 supporters
August 12, 2014
112 Comments
The council is being two faced when they say this is about suffering on both sides. What they mean is they promote only anything to do with Palestine. If the council want Mr Meikle to resign then perhaps they should remove all councillers and replace them with a group of yes men who toe the party line and have no opinion.
Why just the "Palestinian" flag? Why not show solidairity with every other country of the world where there is unrest or killing? And yes, that would include Israel.
there are others that are being affected on the Israel's side as well - does their suffering not count just because they are Jews? mr meikle is an honest man and a decent one .
Why is he being picked on when nothing has been done about those who are flying IS black flags. How dare ppl be so hypocritical. He must not resign. Disgraceful.
Whatever one's views about the conflict may be, it is a disgrace that one is allowed to fly one flag, yet not another. In the UK of all places! I am horrified!
It's rare to find a man of principle-particular in the political arena. All people of integrity must express support for this courageous man!
I support this courageous councillor against the Fascists and antisemities who want to suppress all dissenting voices.
bless you
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The council is being two faced when they say this is about suffering on both sides. What they mean is they promote only anything to do with Palestine. If the council want Mr Meikle to resign then perhaps they should remove all councillers and replace them with a group of yes men who toe the party line and have no opinion.