U.S. Lawmakers 'Shocked' by Gaza Atrocities (After Approving More Funds)
When 100 people, including 35 children, are killed overnight in Gaza, the mainstream media offers a solemn nod. Yet, the same outlets rarely connect these 'events' to the congressional votes that enable them. For instance, in December 2023, 440 out of 480 members of Congress—including 'progressives' like Rep. Hakeem Jeffries—voted 'yes' on HR 6126, which included $14.3 billion in aid to Israel,
despite mounting evidence of civilian casualties ( House.gov ). One might wonder at what point these numbers—100, 35 children—cease being 'collateral damage' and start raising questions about the 'values' supposedly guiding U.S. foreign policy. Perhaps when the same politicians who publicly express 'concern' also continue to receive hefty donations from organizations like AIPAC? After all, AIPAC
spent over $3 million lobbying in Q4 2023 alone ( OpenSecrets.org ). How many children constitute 'too many' before the checks stop clearing?