Congressman's Statement on Unfolding Middle East Violence
October 7, 2023
Congressman Hank Johnson's statement on news of the unfolding Israeli-Palestinian conflict this weekend:
“My prayers are towards a quick end to the violence unleashed by Hamas against the State of Israel, and my thoughts and prayers are with the innocent people of Israel and Gaza, and for their families and friends here and elsewhere who are concerned and fearful for their safety. Violence and war do not bring peace. Only dialogue can do so. For too long, the world has ignored the issue of a Palestinian homeland. Until this issue is resolved and justice allowed to reign, peace will continue to elude the world.”
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