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Activists from across the United States are embarking on a 10-day road trip from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., to challenge voters' perceptions of Israel ahead of the midterm elections. Dubbed the Freedom Convoy USA, the convoy aims to engage with Americans in the "Bible Belt" southern states, where Evangelical churches have closely tied Israel with Christian beliefs.

The journey will include activists from various religious groups, former government employees, and military veterans who are eager to discuss the complex relationship between the United States and Israel.

The convoy will travel through 17 states, including Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. At each stop, they hope to plant seeds of doubt about the U.S. support for Israel, despite its numerous violations. Hazami Barmada, a longtime activist, emphasized that the goal is not to change people's opinions entirely but to inspire them to question what they have been taught about Israel's policies and intentions.

Recent polls have shown a significant shift in public perception of Israel. A majority of Americans, 56%, now want U.S. military aid to Israel to be decreased or stopped altogether. This shift reflects a growing skepticism about Israel's actions in the occupied West Bank and the besieged Gaza Strip, with international human rights organizations warning about the severe crimes Israel has committed with impunity.

The Freedom Convoy USA plans to deliver a petition to congressional offices at the U.S. Capitol, urging lawmakers to prioritize American families and communities over taxpayer funding that contributes to Palestinian suffering. Despite the convoy's optimistic goals, it acknowledges that changing minds will be a challenging task, as Israel has long pushed propaganda to these communities.

However, the activists remain hopeful that their efforts will inspire some to critically examine the information they have received about Israel.