The Fort Bend County Democrats (in Texas) passed a CEASEFIRE resolution November 18, 2023
Title: Resolution on the Israeli-Palestinian Issue, the War in Gaza, Civilians, Hostages, and the Call for a Humanitarian Ceasefire
Whereas, the longstanding and deeply complex Israeli-Palestinian conflict is a source of immense suffering for both Israeli and Palestinian people;
Whereas, the recent hostilities in Gaza have created tragic consequences, leading to the loss of innocent civilian lives, extensive destruction, and suffering among both Israeli and Palestinians;
Whereas, the tragic loss of Israeli lives on October 7, 2023 was the deadliest attack against Jewish people since the Holocaust;
Whereas, Democrats have an unwavering commitment to the principles of human rights, international law, and the peaceful resolution of conflicts;
Whereas, it is important to protect the rights, dignity, and security of all individuals, including those in Palestine, West Bank, Gaza, and Israel;
Whereas, international law forbids the killing of civilians, hostage-taking, collective punishment, forced displacement, cutting of water and electricity to civilians, and denying immediate humanitarian aid;
Whereas, Israel in its pursuit of fighting terrorism in the war on Hamas has violated international law with impunity, targeting hospitals, Churches, Mosques, and refugee camps, causing the deaths of over 12,000 Palestinian and civilians in Gaza and the West Ban including over 7,000 women and children;
Whereas, the civilian casualties and the plight of hostages in Gaza have caused deep concern the world over;
Whereas, there has been a rise in antisemitism and lslamophobia in America, including, the murder of a ·6-year-old Palestinian-American Muslim child and the attempted murder of his mother in a. hate, crime in a Chicago suburb on October ·14. Now,
Therefore, be it resolved that the Fort Bend Democratic Party.
expresses its immense sorrow over the loss of innocent lives and the suffering endured by civilians in Palestine, Gaza, the West Bank, Israel, and the broader region.
calls for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, encouraging all parties to cease hostilities and prioritize the protection of civilian lives.
call for the immediate release of all hostages.
urges the International community, including the United States, to actively support and engage in diplomatic efforts to bring about a peaceful and just resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
stands in solidarity with the people of Israel and Palestine, who are suffering from the violence and hostilities.
supports fundamental principles of human rights, equality, and self-determination for The Palestinian people who do not have a state of their independent own.
calls upon the international governments to facilitate a two-state solution, where all parties recognize the State of Israeli and an independent State of Palestine which would be afforded full representation in the United Nations.
supports the right of return for all Palestinians to their homes in Palestine, Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel.
calls on members of the Fort Bend community to recognize the humanity of both Palestinians and Israelis when commenting on the crisis and condemns the rhetoric that leads to violence here and overseas.
calls on the Texas congressional delegation to advocate for a comprehensive and peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that respects the rights and aspirations of all parties.
commits itself to raising awareness about the Israeli-Palestinian issue and fostering dialogue and understanding within our own party and among our constituents.