President Biden's speech makes it clear that a ceasefire in Gaza is not only possible, but within reach. We need an immediate end to the killing and devastation, a return of all hostages, a massive influx of humanitarian aid, and to take meaningful steps towards a durable peace. We welcome President Biden publicly urging negotiators to take the deal that's on the table - every day without a ceasefire deal in place is another day of bloodshed and civilian casualties.
To be clear, it is not just time for a peace deal, but well past time. We continue to mourn the fact that hundreds of thousands of Palestinians had to flee Rafah in abject terror from Israeli military bombardments and invasions, that civilians died in the tent fires over the weekend, that the ongoing famine conditions are worsening, and that the families of hostages are still not reunited with their loved ones. Peace cannot come soon enough, and the United States has a critical role to play.
Red lines cannot become green lights. President Biden must exert real leverage to close a peace deal, including ensuring that no more US bombs are sent to be dropped on Gaza.
President Biden ended his speech with, “I need your help. Everyone who wants peace now must raise their voices and let their leaders know.” We will answer that call.
For 8 months, we have been imploring our elected leaders to push for peace. Now, we must reiterate the demand to ensure US political leaders act, and that this is a real turning point that ends the conflict. Urge your Members of Congress to call for a ceasefire.
While we can all take a second to revel in Trump finally facing some repercussions, it’s important to remember these convictions won’t prevent the leader of the GOP from raising money or becoming president for a second term. It's up to us to stop this convicted felon from returning to power.