Democrat Rashida Tlaib criticized for supporting call for Israel’s genocide.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib Slammed for Defending Call for Genocide Against Israel
Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) faced intense backlash on Friday evening after she defended a call for genocide against Israel. Tlaib shared a video on her X account featuring an anti-Semitic slogan, which sparked outrage.
Tlaib has been promoting Hamas terrorist propaganda in the weeks following their brutal attack on Israel, where they killed 1,400 Israelis, injured 5,300, and kidnapped 240.
In the controversial video, protesters in Tlaib’s state can be seen chanting “From the river to the sea,” which essentially calls for the complete destruction of Israel as a Jewish State. This video received widespread criticism.
Tlaib defended herself, claiming that “From the river to the sea” is an aspirational call for freedom, human rights, and peaceful coexistence. However, critics argue that this slogan is recognized as overtly anti-Semitic.
From the river to the sea refers to the full erasure of the Jewish state, from Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea.
It is also the battle cry of Hamas, a savage terrorist group that beheads babies and rapes women.
You echo terrorists. pic.twitter.com/7YjAwsAOAZ
— StopAntisemitism (@StopAntisemites) November 3, 2023
The left-of-center Anti-Defamation League explains that this slogan has long been used by anti-Israel voices, including supporters of terrorist organizations like Hamas and the PFLP. It fundamentally denies the Jewish right to self-determination and seeks the dismantling of the Jewish state.
The American Jewish Committee (AJC) also states that this slogan is commonly used by pro-Palestinian activists, including student activists on college campuses, and is a rallying cry for terrorist groups like Hamas and the PFLP.
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) joined the criticism, emphasizing that “from the river to the sea” means eradicating the state of Israel and eliminating Jews. She called it hate speech and antisemitism.
We hear “from the river to the sea” chanted at US protests. It’s on posters, even projected on university buildings
Here’s a map
See what “from the river to the sea” means
It means eradicating the state of Israel
It’s about eliminating JewsIt’s hate speech
It’s antisemitism pic.twitter.com/8d55SAom2F
— Kyrsten Sinema (@kyrstensinema) November 3, 2023
Various politicians and commentators condemned Tlaib’s defense of the slogan. Radio host Erick Erickson called her an evil monster, accusing her of being a moral coward. Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-WI) expressed his disgust and vowed to support measures to censure Tlaib. Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) stated that “from the river to the sea” is a genocidal call for ending the existence of the world’s only Jewish State.
Hamas is on a mission to wipe out Israel “from the river to the sea”—a mission from which it will never cease despite calls for a ceasefire.
“From the river to the sea” is not “an aspirational call” for “peaceful coexistence.”
It is a genocidal call for ending the existence of…
— Ritchie Torres (@RitchieTorres) November 4, 2023
Why is it essential for elected officials, regardless of their political affiliation, to condemn violence, terrorism, and calls for the destruction of any country, including Israel?
-Palestinian groups that seek the elimination of Israel as a Jewish state. They emphasize that the use of this slogan is inherently anti-Semitic and undermines the prospects for peace and coexistence in the region.
Furthermore, Tlaib’s defense of the call for genocide against Israel is deeply troubling and goes against the principles of democracy and human rights that the United States represents. It is essential for elected officials, regardless of their political affiliation, to condemn violence, terrorism, and calls for the destruction of any country, including Israel.
The U.S.-Israel relationship has been a cornerstone of American foreign policy for decades, based on shared values and strategic interests. Israel is the only democracy in the Middle East and is an important ally for the United States in maintaining stability and security in the region. Any endorsement or defense of calls for its destruction undermines this vital partnership.
Moreover, Tlaib’s actions and rhetoric fuel the flames of anti-Semitism, a dangerous and pervasive form of hatred that has been on the rise in recent years. Anti-Semitism not only threatens the safety and well-being of Jewish communities, but it also undermines the principles of equality, tolerance, and respect that are fundamental to any society.
It is crucial for political leaders to use their platforms responsibly and promote dialogue, understanding, and peaceful resolutions to conflicts. By defending a call for genocide against Israel, Tlaib not only jeopardizes the prospects for peace in the Middle East but also undermines the principles of justice and human rights that should guide the actions of all elected officials.
The international community, including the United States, must condemn any endorsement or defense of calls for the destruction of Israel. It is imperative that we stand together against hatred, violence, and extremism in all its forms. The United States should continue to support Israel’s right to exist and work towards a peaceful resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict based on a two-state solution.
As citizens, we must hold our elected officials accountable for their actions and words. It is our duty to promote understanding, respect, and peace in our own communities and support efforts to build bridges rather than promote division. Together, we can work towards a future where all people, including Israelis and Palestinians, can live in peace, security, and dignity.
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