I am the proud descendent of Jews who fled the Nazis to settle in New York City. I am now glad to teach at my alma mater, Bronx Science, a public school that has its own holocaust museum. Every Passover, I reflect with my family on freedom and what it means for us Jews. I believe that my freedom is a privilege and a responsibility. That is why I urge you to call for a lasting cease fire in Gaza. Israel must stop killing civilians and provide rights to Palestinians.
The nation of Israel has committed war crimes against the Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, especially after October 7. The US is funding and condoning genocidal acts with your enthusiastic support.
I am a democrat and active voter. If my democratic representatives in Congress do not show an effort towards curbing the killing of innocent children, journalists, civilians, and doctors, I will never vote for them again. In fact, I will put considerable effort during my summers off toward actively preventing their reelection.
Never again means never again for anyone. Please find the courage to stand up for human rights.
