1. United States
2. Conn.
3. Letter

Israel's targeted assassination of 19-year-old Palestinian journalist Hassan Hamad after giving him death threats for documenting Israel crimes is an unconscionable attack on press freedom and human rights. This systemic campaign by Israel forces to deliberately silence journalists through violence and intimidation is utterly reprehensible and cannot be tolerated. Such grave violations expose Israel's repression and highlight the critical imperative of protecting the rights and lives of Gazans. Source: www.palestinechronicle.com/there-they-are-its-done-19-year-old-palestinian-journalist-killed-by-israel-following-threats/ I demand you do everything in your power to: – Hold Israel accountable to a permanent, immediate ceasefire and for their repeat violations of international law – Call for the immediate end of Israel’s occupation and apartheid - Support Palestinians in their fight for freedom and peace – Secure the immediate release and safety of all hostages, including Palestinians held by Israel in "military prisons", including those whose indefinite detention began prior to 10/7/24 – Permanently end all monetary, diplomatic, and military aid given to Israel and enforce U.S. laws like Leahy Law and the Arms Export Control Act – Resume full funding of UNRWA and allocate more funds to aid humanitarian efforts to rebuild Gaza, and provide Palestinians with the resources to survive and thrive – Immediately withdraw all U.S. troops, military assets, and all other assets deployed throughout the Middle East and cease all actions that further escalate a larger regional conflict - Void all anti-BDS laws and other laws that infringe on my right to freedom of speech to criticize any political ideology or country, and to use my money in ways that align with my values