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politics1 year ago

"Schumer Urges New Israeli Elections, Criticizing Netanyahu's Leadership"

Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer called for a new election in Israel, warning that the country risks becoming an international "pariah" under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership. Schumer, a staunch ally of Israel, expressed concerns about Netanyahu's handling of the war in Gaza and rejection of a two-state solution. His call marks a significant signal of frustration with Netanyahu's leadership, with President Biden also expressing similar concerns. However, Schumer's speech has faced criticism from some U.S. lawmakers and the Israeli ambassador, and it remains to be seen how it will impact Israeli politics.

via The Washington Post|
#benjamin-netanyahu#charles-schumer#israel
politics2 years ago

Chuck Schumer Calls Out Antisemitism and Urges Action

Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer warned that antisemites are exploiting the pro-Palestinian movement to promote hatred and bigotry towards Jewish people, leaving Jewish Americans feeling isolated. Schumer urged advocates for Palestinians to understand the history of violence and oppression faced by Jewish people. He emphasized the need to condemn antisemitism and prevent it from escalating further. Schumer's remarks come amid increasing tension within the Democratic Party over support for a cease-fire in the Israel-Gaza conflict and calls to condition U.S. aid to Israel. Critics argue that Schumer should also address rising Islamophobia and the deaths of Palestinians in Gaza.

via The Washington Post|
#antisemitism#charles-schumer#jewish-americans
politics2 years ago

Schumer proposes $500M fund to boost upstate NY manufacturing.

Senator Charles Schumer plans to introduce the ONSHORE Act, which will create a $500 million fund to help local governments prepare sites and train workers for manufacturing companies in Upstate New York. The act aims to attract large companies that will create jobs and tax revenue, and could also bring in suppliers that Micron says could produce 40,000 jobs.

via syracuse.com|
#charles-schumer#infrastructure#job-creation
politics2 years ago

Senate GOP blocks Equal Rights Amendment and sex discrimination prohibition.

Senate Republicans blocked a joint resolution to remove an expired deadline for states to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, which has never been added to the Constitution, a century after it was first introduced to Congress. The procedural vote Thursday needed 60 in support for the Senate to formally take up the measure. The White House issued a statement supporting the Senate measure, saying the administration “strongly supports” nixing the 1982 deadline. Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine were the lone GOP senators to vote to move to the measure.

via Roll Call |
#abortion-rights#charles-schumer#constitutional-amendment