I'm actually kind of shocked how many people are saying they're unaware. Not judging, just surprised people haven't been exposed to it with everything going on over the last three years. Are you familiar with the yellow ribbon in association with Israel?

[–] Clearwater@lemmy.world 12 points 2 days ago

Not aware of that one, either.

[–] tigeruppercut@lemmy.zip 10 points 2 days ago

yellow ribbon in association with Israel

Considering it's been a symbol for dozens of causes, I wouldn't be surprised if someone hasn't heard of one specific one

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow_ribbon

[–] JigglySackles@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago

I am one of those remaining very unaware of these symbols. I read about issues, I vote where I can, I donate when I can. I talk to others and defend Palestine and it's people. I have for over 20 years now. But I guess I don't run in the circles where this would be something I learned.

[–] JillyB@beehaw.org 5 points 2 days ago

I'm not aware until this story either. For me, this is my only social media. I imagine a lot of people on lemmy aren't really plugged into a lot of places where you might learn that. I've also never heard of the yellow ribbon.

[–] AwesomeLowlander@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 days ago (1 children)

The yellow ribbon that's literally used in dozens of countries worldwide, sometimes with more than a single meaning per country?

[–] AGM@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 days ago

I didn't ask about the yellow ribbon generally. I asked about it specifically in relation to Israel.

[–] Ithral@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 2 days ago

I only know of the yellow ribbon from marching cadence