Action Alert

Final Votes on Goldstone Resolution:

Hold Your Representative Accountable for their Vote on H. Res. 867

~ November 5, 2009 ~

The U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass a resolution that will block "any further consideration" of the Goldstone report. The detailed report found credible evidence of war crimes by Israeli forces and Hamas in Gaza during Operation Cast Lead, which left 1,400 Palestinians and 13 Israelis dead.

House Majority Leader Hoyer justified his vote in favor of the resolution saying the report is "distorted." He also said the 1.5 million people living in Gaza are suffering "in major part from the determination of their imposed leaders to pursue indiscriminate terror." He failed to mention that their hardship results from severe restrictions on movement of people and goods imposed since 2007 by Israel and Egypt, a condition many have defined as collective punishment.

Enough is Enough! If your Representative voted for H. Res. 867, tell them NOW they are undermining U.S. credibility internationally!

Rep. Ros-Lehtinen used her time on the floor to inject fear into the debate saying, "How long before U.S. officials will face the same persecution for defending our nation against al-Qaeda and other such threats?" Israel's security is on the line and the U.S. must remain balanced in order to guide both parties to peace and security. The Congresswoman's fear mongering does not help Israel, the U.S., or the Palestinians get any step closer to a better future for our children.

Only a balanced approach can lead us to a better future. Contact your Representative for their vote!

There are 36 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives that opposed the resolution. These brave leaders need to hear from you too! Please thank your Representative if they opposed H. Res. 867.

Fight Impunity, uphold the rule of law, and contact your Member of Congress today!

Background Reading:

"Israel and Gaza Deserve Better than a Misguided Resolution," Congressman Brian Baird, November 4, 2009.

"Rep. Ellison Blasts Goldstone Vote - Plus How your Representative Voted," MJ Rosenberg, The Huffington Post, November 4, 2009.