The ZOA said that Mattis’ remarks were “hostile to Israel.” Mattis also said he “paid a military-security price every day as CentCom commander because the Americans were seen as biased in support of Israel.” Mattis opposes torture, and President Trump says he will allow Mattis’ view to override him on this.
AIPAC and United Democracy Project are getting millions from Republican billionaires and out-of-state donors to beat back challenger Abdul El-Sayed
Gaza’s many simultaneous crises ■ West Bankers witness Israeli violence & settler impunity ■ Is Netanyahu safe in NYC? ■ Plus latest from Iran, Lebanon, Syria
Israel is increasing its de facto control and imposing severe restrictions on roughly 65 per cent of Gaza. This deprives over 2 million residents of essential resources, prevents their return to their lands and homes, and makes large parts of Gaza prohibited zones. This effectively amounts to an unlawful annexation & seizure of land.
Tlaib calls for UAW federal monitor Neil Barofsky to resign after recording undercuts his claims about interactions with union President Shawn Fain
“If he’s willing to throw the entire control of the Senate to the other party over Israel, then he’s dismissing the interests of his own state and constituents,” said one critic.
Three-quarters of the money spent for television ads has been spent on behalf of Stevens (who supports unconditional military aid to Israel) or against El-Sayed (who speaks out against Israeli “genocide and apartheid,” while urging an end to “unilateral blank checks” from the US.)
“Not just Democrats but Republicans. And these young Americans are going to be the future members of Congress, senators and presidents,” Khanna said.
Christians, especially evangelicals, are stepping up to help Israel out of its genocide-Induced slump. Is that a good idea?
Here’s a quick, trustworthy rundown on the news from and about Palestine and Israel – for people who care about the issue, but are pressed for time.