Democrats are calling on President Biden to act forcefully and decisively to end the massive violence perpetrated by the Israeli government against the Palestinian people with the apparent intent to create conditions in which life is not sustainable, that is, through mass killing, forced famine, destruction of homes, medical and other infrastructure, and the resulting displacement.
The delegates to the Democratic Party of NM State Convention recently voted by 74% that our state Congressional delegation and President Biden must demand an immediate, unqualified ceasefire. So far, none of these officials has done so; they instead justify the actions of the Israeli government through false excuses and narratives.
Voting UNCOMMITTED in the June 4 Primary Election will send a strong message that President Biden must listen to the voice of the people in order to build a stronger Party for victory over Donald Trump in November. Millions of Americans are demanding the achievement of the following conditions through the necessary political means:
- An immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza; and
- The end of the blockade to allow the immediate and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance (fuel, water, food, medical supplies and personnel) into Gaza; and
- The end of all military aid to Israel and the halt of the shipment of weapons into the war zone to all combatants; and
- The release of Israeli civilians being held as hostages, as well as Palestinian political prisoners.
The Biden Administration must use its considerable influence toward:
- The dismantling of illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank and the establishment of a Palestinian state; and
- The elimination of the influence of multinational military-industrial-corporate lobbyists such as AIPAC and others over the interests of the American people.
Sign the LETTER TO VP Harris
Dear Vice President Harris,
As voters, activists, and people of consciousness who make up the heart of the Democratic Party, we urge you to shift away from President Biden’s disastrous policy on Gaza, and pledge to enact an immediate arms embargo on Israel’s assault and occupation against Palestinians as a material step towards a permanent ceasefire.
Consider the overwhelming sentiment among your constituents: 86% of Democrats support the proposed ceasefire deal in Gaza. This is the mainstream view of our party’s base, as evidenced by a recent poll that reveals that 52% of Americans and 62% of Biden/Harris voters agree with halting arms sales to Israel. In addition, 70% of democratic voters support withdrawing U.S. military funding to Israel if Israel rejects the proposed ceasefire deal, as Israel has continuously done.
These numbers are reinforced by tens of thousands rallying in the streets, resolutions passed by over 200 city councils, a growing chorus of elected officials and Party leaders (including former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi), and state parties like Hawaii, Washington and Minnesota collectively raising their voices for an end to this horrific violence against Palestinians.
The call for a ceasefire and arms embargo is a moral and human imperative, as well as a necessity as dictated by preexisting American and international law. We are witnessing a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, with a reported >40,000 Palestinians killed, including, a truly staggering amount of children, and public health and infrastructure destruction that will lead to the indirect death of hundreds of thousands Palestinians. As Democrats, we pride ourselves on our commitment to human rights and international law.
Adopting an arms embargo against Israel’s assault on Gaza is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic move to defeat Trump and MAGA extremism. It is difficult for the Democratic candidate to champion democracy while arming Netanyahu’s authoritarian regime. Supporting Israel’s war on Gaza undermines our fight against MAGA extremism and contradicts our core values of human rights and justice. By taking a strong stand against Netanyahu’s authoritarian policies, the Biden-Harris administration can unify the Democratic Party and regain the trust of key voter bases, including young people, Arabs, and Muslims. This decisive action will reinforce the administration’s commitment to democracy and human rights, contrasting sharply with the far-right extremism embodied by Trump and his supporters. It sends a clear message that the Democratic Party stands for peace, justice, and the protection of all people, thereby strengthening the coalition needed to secure victory in the 2024 elections and beyond.
We urge you to be on the right side of history. Embrace the voices of people engaged in the political process, the voices of justice, and the voices of peace. Let your administration reflect our nation’s highest ideals and our unwavering commitment to a future where every human being can live in dignity and safety. Not another bomb.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
On behalf of the following signatories,