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“Folks refuse to acknowledge the war crimes and human-rights violations in apartheid Israel,” says Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.)
“We don’t have a lot of business on the West Bank that has been developed, especially between Israeli and Palestinians. I think this presents an opportunity for people to work together, get to know each other. It’s not rocket science. It’s just common-sense solutions to everyday problems,” said Rep. Lou Correa (D-Calif.).
The candidates understand that “being pro-Israel is both good policy and good politics,” said DMFI PAC president Mark Mellman.
They were concerned about the extent to which the United States appears willing to capitulate to Iran on lifting sanctions, providing the regime with funds to further enhance its ability to sponsor terrorist activity in the Middle East.
The president’s pick to serve as part of the White House National Security Council’s Middle East and North Africa portfolio, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Barbara Leaf, was also approved in a 14-8 vote.
The Michigan representative, who is in a tight primary race against another Democratic incumbent, has written a bill that would put conditions on military aid to Israel from the United States.
“We need Republicans in Congress who will fight for America’s freedom, security and prosperity, and who support our ally, Israel,” said RJC executive director Matt Brooks.
“We must promote civil discourse and a high-quality, inclusive cultural education that lifts up marginalized communities rather than teaching antagonistic values in our public schools,” said Rep. Josh Gottheimer.
It requires the U.S. Department of Defense to consult with Israel on its capability to deter threats from Iran and provide a report to Congress.
“My position remains that the United States must use all diplomatic, informational and economic instruments of national power at our disposal to support Ukraine and deter Russia’s aggression. The purpose and goal must be to help de-escalate this conflict as soon as possible,” Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) said in a news release.
“I feel like it should be required for a member of Congress to go so they can see it, especially the ones on the other side of the issue,” said the 37-year-old Republican representing New York.
Included are candidates committed to supporting the agendas of U.S. President Joe Biden and the Democratic Party, and are supportive of a strong U.S.-Israeli relationship.
