Brit Tzedek v'Shalom , 22.05.06

Dear Friends of Brit Tzedek
The House of Representatives is scheduled to vote TONIGHT on HR 4681, the Palestinian Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006, introduced by Reps. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL) and Tom Lantos (D-CA). After incredible pressue from Brit Tzedek, the US Administration, and others, Congress pulled HR 4681 off the House floor two weeks ago, but it is back up for a vote TONIGHT!
HR 4681 forfeits the U.S. role in bringing Israelis and Palestinians back to the negotiating table and directing them to a two-state resolution of the conflict. Its sanctions and restrictions weaken moderate pro-peace Palestinians and embolden extremists, tie the President's hands in dealing with emergency security crises, and drastically cut critical US assistance to the Palestinian people. Call your Representative now!
While there is no doubt that Hamas must renounce terrorism, recognize Israel, and abide by all previous agreements, this bill prevents the US government from dealing effectively with the Hamas-led Palestinian Authority and risks plunging Palestinian society into an even deeper humanitarian crisis.
Your phone calls are making a difference! Call your Representative today!
L'Shalom,
Steve Masters
Chair of Advocacy and Public Policy
Rob Levy
Washington Representative