St Louis group wished to donate money from bracelet sale to children’s relief fund but Girl Scouts said it could make political statement

St Louis group wished to donate money from bracelet sale to children’s relief fund but Girl Scouts said it could make political statement

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  • BrikoX@lemmy.zipOPMEnglish
    84·
    8 months ago

    This story perfectly highlights US hypocrisy.

    But soon after the St Louis-based troop announced their plans, they received a fierce response from their parent chapter, Girl Scouts of eastern Missouri. The message was clear: Girl Scouts did not participate in political and partisan activities.

    The response was surprising to Abuhamdeh, who recalled other Girl Scout troops organizing to help families in Ukraine after Russia invaded in February 2022. According to the Girl Scouts website, a troop in Westlake, Ohio collected medical supplies and pack first-aid kits to be distributed in Ukraine, and “also exchanged small gifts like friendship bracelets and cookies”.

    • DarkGamer@kbin.social
      12·
      8 months ago

      Ukraine, our ally, was the victim, Russia attacked them. Palestine was the aggressor, they attacked Israel, our ally. Politically, it would be like holding a fundraiser for the axis in the last days of WW2. Was it the right call? Probably not but it’s understandable. Many people would stay away from girl scouts if they appear to be taking the side of Islamic fundamentalists and intifada.