Rep. Joe Courtney
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Rep. Joe Courtney

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Call for immediate ceasefire, protect Palestinian civilians in Gaza

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has reached catastrophic levels, with the latest Israeli airstrike on the Maghazi refugee camp killing at least 70 civilians, including 12 women and 7 children. This senseless violence must stop immediately. I urge you to call for an immediate ceasefire and an end to the

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The horrors witnessed by the British doctor at Al-Aqsa hospital, the last functioning hospital in central Gaza, are harrowing. Conditions are dire, with overcrowding, lack of medical supplies, and patients suffering from treatable conditions due to the prolonged conflict. An immediate ceasefire is c

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100 American communities have called for a ceasefire. Ceasefire now!

One hundred American communities across the country, from major cities like Chicago to small towns like Newfane, Vermont, have passed resolutions calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. This grassroots movement reflects the will of millions of Americans who demand an end to the violence that has

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Prioritize diplomacy, cease bombing and escalation in Yemen

Urgent Appeal: Cease US Military Involvement in Yemen The United States must immediately cease its bombing of Yemen and any further escalation of violence in the region. These latest strikes were conducted without Congressional approval, violating the War Powers Act. Yemen has already suffered immen

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Suspend arms sales, ensure Palestinian civilian safety

The ongoing invasion of Rafah by Israeli forces is a grave violation of international humanitarian law that must end immediately. As stated by UN experts, this military offensive is causing immense suffering and loss of civilian life. It is imperative to suspend all arms sales and military aid to Is

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Urgent humanitarian intervention needed in Gaza crisis

The situation in Gaza is catastrophic - Israel's blockade of all aid is threatening the collapse of the remaining operational hospitals within days. Without access to fuel, food, water, and medical supplies, countless Palestinian lives hang in the balance. Already, the largest hospital in Rafah has

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Cease military aid enabling Israeli human rights violations.

The US State Department has determined that certain Israeli army units intentionally violated human rights, which is unacceptable. As a democratic nation that upholds human rights, the United States has a moral obligation to cease providing military aid to Israel until concrete steps are taken to ad

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Justice for Hind Rajab 6 year old murdered in Gaza

The tragic death of 6 year old Hind Rajab and her family members in Gaza, as well as the Red Crescent paramedics who tried to rescue her, was just one of the many tradegies in Israel's ongoing relentless genocide. Hind's desperate pleas for help, captured in the haunting audio recording, underscores

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Stop the Rafah invasion and enforce the leahy laws

The Israel invasion of Rafah starting right after Hamas agrees to Israel's ceasefire proposal will cause catastrophic loss of life and suffering for civilians who went to Rafah because they were listening to direct evacuation orders from the IDF. Israel has already bombed Rafah causing countless civ

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Reinstate funding for vital UN Palestinian refugee aid

The decision to defund the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) is deeply concerning, especially given the dire humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. UNRWA provides vital aid and services to millions of Palestinian refugees across the region, including healthcare, education, an

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Israel's militarization of Gaza cancer hospital violates humanitarian law

The Israeli military has taken over Gaza's only specialized cancer hospital, turning it into a de facto military base. Satellite imagery confirms armored vehicles and fortifications have been built within the compound of the Turkish-Palestinian Friendship Hospital. This unacceptable violation has re

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Demand justice for Palestinian doctor killed in Israeli jail

As a prominent Palestinian doctor from Gaza's al-Shifa Hospital has died in an Israeli jail after torture and abuse, I demand immediate action to address this grave injustice and the ongoing violence against Palestinians. The killing of Dr. Adnan al-Barash, head of orthopedics, after more than four

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Israel sniper targets children. Ceasefire now.

The Israeli military's premeditated murder of Palestinian civilians through sniper and drone attacks is a grave violation of international law and human rights. These extrajudicial killings targeting innocents, including children, must cease immediately. Israel's excessive use of lethal force agains

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Close Guantanamo Bay: Uphold Human Rights and International Relations

The offshore detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has become a symbol of lawlessness, operating outside the jurisdiction of any court. Its existence has led to the arbitrary detention, physical abuse, and torture of detainees without a fair legal process. This facility has not only undermined i

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Address Conflation of Anti-Zionism with Antisemitism in Legislation

The conflation of anti-Zionism with antisemitism is a misrepresentation that needs to be addressed. Anti-Zionism, a political stance, should not be equated with Jew-hatred, a form of bigotry. This conflation erases the experiences of Palestinians and serves certain political interests. It's crucial

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Support Free and Safe Passage for Gaza Humanitarian Aid Mission

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, a group of international activists, is currently on a mission to deliver much-needed humanitarian aid to Gaza. Their fleet, consisting of three ships, carries tons of aid and passengers from various nations. Despite the potential risks, including possible interference

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Support Student Protesters: Uphold Free Speech and Human Rights

The recent wave of student protests across U.S. campuses, sparked by the arrest of over 100 pro-Palestinian Columbia University students, calls for urgent attention. These students, along with their peers at Yale University, New York University, and Boston area universities, are demanding divestment

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Israel is a rogue state. Stop sending taxpayer money to Israel.

The United States, sends approximately $3.8 billion in aid to Israel every year. This is not just a staggering amount of money; it's a direct contribution to a government that continues to violate human rights and international law, as reported by credible organizations like the United Nations, Amne

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Support H.R. 3103: Safeguard Human Rights in Occupied Territories

The urgent need to safeguard human rights in occupied territories is underscored by H.R. 3103, which seeks to prevent U.S. taxpayer funds from supporting harmful practices such as child military detention, home demolitions, and annexation. This legislation also mandates transparency and accountabili

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