1. United States
2. Colo.
3. Letter

I am urging you to vote in favor of Senator Bernie Sanders’s Joint Resolutions of Disapproval, SJ Res 111 through 116, and to publicly support them as a matter of urgent responsibility. These resolutions are essential to uphold U.S. laws that prohibit the transfer of arms to countries using them for illegal actions against civilian populations. The continued military aid to Israel enables severe violations of human rights and international law, evidenced by Israel’s current siege and deliberate starvation tactics targeting Gaza, particularly in its northern regions. In recent weeks, as reported by Mondoweiss, Israel has intensified an ethnic cleansing campaign in Gaza, escalating actions that constitute genocide, torture, and collective punishment against Palestinians. Bezalel Smotrich’s recent proposal to annex the West Bank further exposes an agenda of permanent displacement and ethnic domination that our country cannot morally or legally support through military aid. Moreover, according to Politico, even the White House has warned of potentially dire consequences of Israel’s ongoing operations in Gaza. Despite these warnings, the U.S. has failed to match rhetoric with actions that could prevent further suffering and escalation. Our continued military funding effectively endorses Israel’s unchecked campaign of violence, putting us in breach of our own federal laws designed to prevent precisely this outcome. These Joint Resolutions of Disapproval are not only a step toward justice but also a defense of America’s integrity and adherence to international norms. By voting yes on SJ Res 111-116, you can help ensure the United States is not complicit in genocide, ethnic cleansing, or collective punishment. Supporting these resolutions publicly is crucial for accountability and will signal to constituents and the international community that we are committed to human rights and the rule of law. Thank you for taking this principled stand. I look forward to your public support of these resolutions. (https://mondoweiss.net/2024/11/israels-genocide-day-401-israel-continues-gaza-ethnic-cleansing-campaign-as-smotrich-announces-plan-to-annex-west-bank/)