US Congress Discovers Civilians Exist, But Only After $14B Arms Package Clears
When politicians lament civilian deaths, as they periodically do in the current Gaza conflict, one might almost believe a sense of humanitarian urgency drives policy. Yet, this newfound 'concern' consistently surfaces after crucial votes on military aid have passed. For instance, the recent $95 billion aid package (HR 815) included over $14 billion for Israel, greenlit by many of the same voices
now calling for 'de-escalation.' This isn't an act of conscience; it’s a delay tactic. The votes are cast, the weapons are sent, and only then does the performative sorrow emerge. Senator Bob Menendez, who received over $282,000 from pro-Israel groups in 2022, and Rep. Steny Hoyer, with nearly $1.3 million over his career, are among prominent voices who consistently back aid to Israel
(Opensecrets.org). One might reasonably ask: has America truly become a shining city on a hill, or merely a well-stocked arsenal for sale, its moral compass pointing wherever the largest donation leads?