Members on the Record (Automated) for Sun February 26, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Garcia (R-CA-27) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “I had another productive discussion with Dr. Hillel Newman, Consul General of Israel. Israel is the United States' most critical ally. Conversations like these are essential to understand how we can best support Israel and the Israeli community in LA County. Link to image”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 02/25/2023: Twitter thread – “It was an incredible opportunity to speak with and take questions from @TABCOfficial students! Thank you for having me to discuss the importance of the historic U.S.-Israel relationship and my bipartisan work in Congress. Gottheimer visits Torah Academy of Bergen County, speaks to students about bipartisan problem solving, U.S.-Israel relationship - WRNJ Radio Now, more than ever, we must stand together against antisemitism and all forms of hate.”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/25/2023: Retweet of @RashidaTlaib – “Racism at its core. Any form of humanizing Palestinians is attacked. It's just shows how much people want Palestinians to be invisible. Too bad, our children matter and they will be seen and loved even if this hospital doesn't. Link to quoted tweet”

Thompson (D-CA-4) 02/25/2023: Twitter thread – “Just returned from a visit to Israel. 1/2 Link to image I traveled to key sites in the region, met with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, and saw firsthand how the policies I vote on in Congress can promote peace, security, democratic values and human rights in the region. 2/2 Link to image”

Tlaib (D-MI-12) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Racism at its core. Any form of humanizing Palestinians is attacked. It's just shows how much people want Palestinians to be invisible. Too bad, our children matter and they will be seen and loved even if this hospital doesn't. Link to quoted tweetIt takes a lot of hate and dehumanization to celebrate tearing down art by children because they are Palestinian. It takes a special version of cowardice to take this art down. Anti-Palestinian hate is undeniable and mainstream. (Link to twitter.com)”

Tlaib (D-MI-12) 02/25/2023: Retweet of @AADAFund – “The U.S. is standing up to an occupier in Ukraine — but not in Palestine Opinion | The U.S. can't keep boosting one occupation and condemning another”

Van Duyne (R-TX-24) 02/25/2023: Twitter thread – “Each year, I have the honor of hosting a district-wide @CongressionalAC for middle and high school students. This competition encourages students to learn to code and pursue careers in computer science. 🧵 I recently held an event to celebrate the 2022 #TX24 winners: 🥇 Congratulations to Krish Agarwal of Coppell High School for winning first place with his app, Right Exercise! Link to image 🥈 Congratulations to Nehal Singh of the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science for winning second place with her app, Water Contamination Detector! Link to image 🥉 Congratulations to Vipin Eapen of Hebron High School for winning third place with his app, A-EYE! Link to image I hope you will join me in congratulating Krish, Nehal, and Vipin on their tremendous accomplishment of creating these impressive apps!”

Lebanon

Landsman (D-OH-1) 02/26/2023: Tweet – “It was great meeting John and others from the Disabled American Veterans group at our Lebanon town hall. Lucky to serve on the Veterans' Affairs Committee and looking forward to more great conversations. DAV Representatives Brief New Congressman | The Clermont Sun”

Iran

Van Orden (R-WI-3) 02/26/2023: Tweet – “This is Biden before his precipitous mental decline. Chine is making Russia their junior partner, a reverse of the state of affairs from the 1970's. As Biden walks us closer to WWIII, Obama's quote about Biden's ability to F' things up now seems prophetic. Link to quoted tweetSpeaking at the Atlantic Council in 1997: "And then the Russians say to me, "You keep expanding NATO, we're going to make friends with China." I almost laughed. I could barely contain myself, and I said, "Good luck to you guys." If you fail with China, try Iran." (Link to twitter.com)”

Türkiye

Carbajal (D-CA-24) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Grateful for frontline heroes like Bob George who not only work hard to keep our community safe, but are going above and beyond to serve those who are recovering from the recent earthquake in Turkey. We thank you for your service, Bob (and Shadow)! Carpinteria's Bob George and Canine Partner Help with Earthquake Recovery Effort in Turkey | Local News | Noozhawk”

Qatar

Gooden (R-TX-5) 02/26/2023: Tweet – “Very proud to support the strong friendship between Qatar and the USA. @MofaQatar_EN Link to quoted tweetHH the Amir Meets #US Congress Delegation.#QNA (HH the Amir Meets US Congress Delegation... | ow.ly) (Link to twitter.com)”

Horn of Africa

Klobuchar (D-MN) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “I condemn the violence in Las Anod, Somalia, and the deaths of innocent civilians is unacceptable. Violence is never the answer. We must ensure there is access to humanitarian aid to the people of the city of Las Anod. Link to quoted tweetThe United States condemns the continued indiscriminate attacks that have killed scores of civilians in Lascanood and driven more than 185,000 people from their homes. The violence must end and those responsible must be held accountable. (Somalia: UN expert deplores high death toll in Laas Canood clashes... | ohchr.org)”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Carson (D-IN-7) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “White supremacists are calling for an antisemitic “National Day of Hate.” We will not allow violent extremists – or their enablers – to threaten Jewish communities. Freedom and safety for any of us depends on freedom and safety for all of us. #ShabbatofPeaceNotHate”

Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL-20) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “We will not allow violent extremists – or their enablers – to threaten our communities. We must stand united against antisemitism. Freedom and safety for any of us depends on freedom and safety for all of us. 'We're going to be more proud': Synagogues, law enforcement respond to planned 'day of hate'... | wpbf.com”

Chu (D-CA-28) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Antisemitism, hate, and violence have absolutely no place in Los Angeles County, or the United States. I stand with the Jewish community here and will continue fighting for gun safety legislation that will protect all of our communities. 'He was hunting Jews': L.A. officials decry antisemitism in wake of shootings... | latimes.com”

DelBene (D-WA-1) 02/25/2023: Retweet of @RepJeffries – “We stand with the Jewish community in the effort to crush antisemitism. And against those fanning the flames of hatred in America. #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate”

Doggett (D-TX-37) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “We will not allow violent extremists—or their enablers—to threaten our Jewish neighbors, our Jewish communities, today or any day. Let's, loudly, reject those using Anti-Semitism to divide & to harm. Freedom and safety for any of us depends on freedom and safety for all of us.”

Espaillat (D-NY-13) 02/25/2023: Twitter thread – “My pleasure speaking with @YUNews students this afternoon. We must actively fight antisemitism in New York City and throughout our entire nation. I am proud to champion and stand with our Jewish community. Link to image Fue un placer hablar con los estudiantes de @YUNews esta tarde. Debemos luchar activamente contra el antisemitismo en la ciudad de Nueva York y en toda nuestra nación. Estoy orgulloso de defender y apoyar a nuestra comunidad judía.”

Evans (D-PA-3) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “I stand AGAINST hate and WITH Jewish Americans and fellow allies in Philadelphia and across the nation. #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate #HavdalahAgainstHate Link to image”

García (D-IL-4) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “I will not allow violent extremists – nor the politicians who enable them – to threaten our Jewish neighbors on this “Day of Hate” or ever. I join together against those using antisemitism to divide us and make us afraid.”

Gomez (D-CA-34) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Today, white supremacist groups have declared a “National Day of Hate” targeting the Jewish community. We will not let violent extremists threaten our Jewish neighbors. We stand together against antisemitism and reject hate wherever it appears. #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate”

Horsford (D-NV-4) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “We cannot allow violent extremists to threaten our communities. Let's join together and reject antisemitism and all forms of bigotry and oppression. Freedom and safety for any of us depends on freedom and safety for all of us. #HavdalahAgainstHate Link to image”

Huffman (D-CA-2) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “This Day of Hate is a horrifying result of propping up White Christian Nationalism. Antisemitism has no place in my district. We will not allow violent extremists—or their enablers—to threaten our Jewish communities. Jewish communities brace as white supremacists plan Feb. 25 ‘Day of Hate'... | forward.com”

Jackson (D-IL-1) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Antisemitism has no place in our community. As white supremacists call for a "National Day of Hate" to target Jewish communities, it's crucial that we stand together and send a message that hate and bigotry will not be tolerated. #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate”

Johnson (D-GA-4) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Neo-Nazis, skinheads, and other antisemitic haters have been given permission to declare today a national day of hate. Be diligent, but also don't live in fear my Jewish brothers and sisters. Let love live and reign today!”

Luján (D-NM) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Hate will never win. It's on ALL of us to make sure that antisemitism, racism, and hate never divide us.”

Meng (D-NY-6) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “In solidarity with our Jewish friends and neighbors, I'm joining the celebration of #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate this weekend. Together, we are stronger than antisemitism and hate. Link to quoted tweetThe nationwide extremist "Day of Hate" campaign planned for this Saturday is meant to be intimidating and divide us, but we will remain united in our kindness and positivity. Join us and @Chabad in celebrating #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate. (Link to twitter.com)”

Scanlon (D-PA-5) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “We will not allow violent extremists – or their enablers – to threaten our Jewish communities. I join together against those using antisemitism to divide us and make us afraid. Freedom and safety for any of us depends on freedom and safety for all of us.”

Schakowsky (D-IL-9) 02/25/2023: Retweet of @janschakowsky – “Today, white supremacists are calling for a "National Day of Hate" targeting Jewish communities. We can't let violent extremists, and the politicians who enable them, divide us. Let's all stand united against antisemitism. Hatred of any type has no home in this nation.”

Schiff (D-CA-30) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “The white nationalist “Day of Hate” and antisemitism must be met with vigilance and resistance. We will give no quarter to bigotry. No sanctuary for hate. No tolerance for intolerance. Not now. Not ever.”

Sherman (D-CA-32) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “We must fight against those who use #Antisemitism to divide us and to stir up fear and hatred. New York City faith leaders counter extremist "day of hate" with "day of resolve"... | cbsnews.com”

Thompson (D-CA-4) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “When white supremacists call for an antisemitic "National Day of Hate," we must stand unified against this bigotry.   I join the Jewish community as they celebrate #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate to push back against this hate-fueled campaign.”

Titus (D-NV-1) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “There is no place for hate in our country. As white supremacists push for an antisemitic "National Day of Hate," we must continue to fight bigotry wherever it rears its ugly head.”

Tlaib (D-MI-12) 02/25/2023: Retweet of @RepJudyChu – “Antisemitism, hate, and violence have absolutely no place in Los Angeles County, or the United States. I stand with the Jewish community here and will continue fighting for gun safety legislation that will protect all of our communities. 'He was hunting Jews': L.A. officials decry antisemitism in wake of shootings... | latimes.com”

Wild (D-PA-7) 02/25/2023: Retweet of @RepDwightEvans – “I stand AGAINST hate and WITH Jewish Americans and fellow allies in Philadelphia and across the nation. #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate #HavdalahAgainstHate Link to image”

Afghanistan

Cruz (R-TX) 02/25/2023: Tweet – “Every foreign policy decision made by President Biden has been wrong. From Afghanistan to Ukraine – he has failed and, in turn, made our enemies stronger. Our adversaries have taken a measure of the man in the Oval and have determined he's weak, feckless, and ineffective. Link to video”