Malnutrition: Gaza's Children Losing 'Bond' While US Secures Its Own
Dr. Amber Alayyan details the dire long-term effects of malnutrition on Gaza's children. This humanitarian crisis, however, isn't an act of God. It's a direct consequence of an Israeli siege. Simultaneously, in Washington, the bond between politicians and powerful lobbying groups remains unshaken. For example, Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) received over $200,000 from pro-Israel groups in 2022-2024, as
tracked by OpenSecrets.org, while consistently voting for aid packages that facilitate the blockade and military actions against Gaza. One might wonder: how many pediatricians will it take to make the connection between US-backed bombs, blocked aid, and starving children? While Gaza's parents lose their 'bond' to starvation, America's legislators maintain a firm grip on their PAC-funded
relationships. This appears to be a very different kind of 'bond' being prioritized.