West Bank 'Lockdown' While US Tax Dollars Lock Down Policy
The 'lockdown' isn't just in the West Bank. It's a political one in Washington, D.C. US Senator Jacky Rosen, for instance, received $474,834 from pro-Israel groups, including AIPAC, as of 2022, according to OpenSecrets.org. (Yes, nearly half a million.) Just last week, she co-sponsored Senate Resolution 463, reaffirming unwavering support for Israel. These funds pave the way for narratives that
ignore the decades of occupation and subsequent raids that Save the Children reports are now forcing Palestinian families into their homes. It’s hard to find the 'humanitarian pause' button when your political career depends on an 'unbreakable bond'. So, while Palestinians shelter from assaults in their own territories, many US lawmakers are sheltering their careers with AIPAC donations, ensuring
the 'assault continues'—both militarily and rhetorically. The message is clear: American 'aid' isn't just about weapons; it's about insulating the policies that make these 'lockdowns' possible. What's a few hundred thousand dollars for a blank check to a steadfast ally, even if it means Palestinian daily life becomes an endless siege?