GOP senators introduce resolution condemning anti-Semitic violence

• Published date: 26 May 2021
• Author: Elad Benari
• Publication title: Israel National News (Israel)

Senator Hawley's resolution received support from the Republican Jewish Coalition and the Family Research Council and is cosponsored by Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Mike Braun (R-IN), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Ted Cruz (R-TX), John Kennedy (R-LA), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Steve Daines (R-MT), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), and Bill Cassidy (R-LA).

"The sickening rise in anti-Semitic attacks in the United States and around the world must end, along with the hateful anti-Israel rhetoric from politicians and the media that inspires the violence. We must ensure that Jewish people receive the full protection of law owed to them as citizens of the United States," said Hawley.

"At a moment when Jews are literally under attack in the streets of our nation, Jewish Americans need to know that Congress is on their side. This resolution provides an opportunity for our elected leaders to take a stand against antisemitism and against the demonization of Israel that fuels it," said Matt Brooks, Executive Director of the Republican Jewish Coalition.

"As anti-Semitism continues to rear its ugly head, we must once again remind the world that no one should ever be attacked for their religious beliefs. Whether this occurs at home or abroad, it is wrong, and we must condemn it. This resolution helps do exactly that," said the Family Research Council.

The resolution follows a spike in anti-Semitic incidents in the US following the recent round of fighting in...