Since Oct 7, 2023, Israel has killed 130+ Palestinian journalists in 111 days. For reference, 63 journalists were killed in the Vietnam War in 20 years, and 69 journalists were killed in WWII in 6 years. Journalists are essential for reporting the truth and helping the world bear witness. Killing journalists is a war crime. Israel has also targeted and killed family members of Palestinian journalists.
It is clear from the Israeli ministers’ multiple expressions of genocidal intent and numerous, devastating examples of widespread bombings—at schools, bakeries, UN shelters, hospitals, etc.—that the Palestinians are undergoing a genocide by Israel. The global community recognizes this humanitarian crisis.
I am asking you to take immediate steps to deescalate violence in Gaza and Israel by calling for 1) a total and permanent ceasefire, 2) humanitarian aid allowed to enter Gaza, 3) an end to Israel's siege on Gaza, 4) the release of all Palestinian and Israeli hostages, and 5) no more weapons or funding to the Israeli military. A permanent ceasefire is an absolutely critical step to ensuring everlasting liberation and peace.
Never again means never again for anyone. Palestinians deserve to live with freedom and safety which means first stopping this genocide and then ensuring liberation from occupation and apartheid. The liberation and safety of Palestinians, Israelis, Jewish people, and Muslim people are intertwined. There can only be true safety when we are all free from oppression.
We are paying attention to representatives who publicly call for a permanent ceasefire, which will shape the 2024 elections. I support a permanent ceasefire, along with 65 Congressmembers (as of Jan 22), and 61% of American voters (Data for Progress).
U.S. made weapons are killing entire families in Gaza. Our tax dollars are directly funding this genocide. As your office was informed by the Center for Constitutional Rights, there is legal liability for aiding and abetting genocide through congressional acts. Palestinians, and now South Africa, are suing President Biden for participating in this genocide. You must take action now and end all U.S. support in Israel's enactment of this genocide.
First sent on January 27 by Alice
