Activists in Pittsburgh are attempting to gather signatures for a referendum that would force the city to divest from Israel. The referendum would mandate changes to Pittsburgh's Home Rule Charter and require the city to cease doing business with governments engaged in what it refers to as 'morally reprehensible behavior.' The activists claim that Israel's actions are in stark misalignment with the values of Pittsburgh residents and demand that the city cease engaging with corporations and entities developing tools and technologies used in acts of state violence against civilians. The referendum is being promoted by various organizations, including the Pittsburgh Democratic Socialists of America and Pitt Divest from Apartheid.