Mansfield Times

Ohio House Democrats Condemn Assault on Israel

Oct 7, 2023

COLUMBUS – Members of the Ohio House Democratic leadership and representatives, including Reps. Allison Russo, Dontavius Jarrells, Jessica E. Miranda, Tavia Galonski, Bride Rose Sweeney, Terrence Upchurch, Michele Grim, Ismail Mohamed, Dani Isaacsohn, and Casey Weinstein, have issued a statement condemning the recent deadly surprise attack by Hamas militants on Israel.

The attack involved the firing of thousands of rockets from Gaza towards central and southern Israel, resulting in multiple Israeli civilian casualties and injuries. In response to this act of terrorism, the Ohio House Democrats expressed their solidarity with the people of Israel and their firm opposition to any form of extremism or terrorism.

"We condemn the violent assault on Israeli citizens in the strongest terms and stand with the people of Israel against any form of terrorism and extremism," the Ohio House Democrats stated. "Ohio is a longstanding and proud partner of Israel, and we support the Jewish and Israeli citizens who call Ohio home. This attack, designed to sow fear and terror, raises alarms for everyone across the globe committed to peace and stability."

The representatives also emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of both Israelis and Palestinians. They expressed their support for all those affected by the violence and called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

"Every Israeli and Palestinian deserves to live without fear of violence," the statement read. "We are praying for the families who have already lost loved ones and who are worried about the days to come, and we stand firmly in support of the peaceful lives they deserve. This year, many of us were able to be a part of a bipartisan educational mission to Israel, where we saw, firsthand, determination and courage in the face of constant threats. We support the untiring pursuit of a safe, secure, and free future for Israel."

The Ohio House Democrats' condemnation of the assault on Israel highlights the ongoing concern for the safety and well-being of all individuals affected by the conflict. The statement underscores the commitment of Ohio to its partnership with Israel and its support for peace and stability in the region.

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