Dear Congressman Takano,

We, the undersigned people representing and serving millions of Inland Empire residents, are writing to express our wholehearted support for the urgent call for a ceasefire between Israel and Palestine. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has not only resulted in immense human suffering but also has had a significant impact on immigrant communities across our region. We recognize the importance of fostering an environment of peace and stability, both on a local and global scale.

We firmly believe that the ongoing hostilities in Israel and Palestine not only disrupt the lives of those directly affected but also resonate deeply within immigrant communities of all backgrounds here in the Inland Empire. We join our voices with countless others in California in urging a ceasefire and an end to the violence.

We call on you, as our congressional representative, to:

• Endorse the Ceasefire Now Resolution (HR 786) and actively use your influence to publicly support the Ceasefire.
• Support local and federal efforts to bring an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
• Take a strong stance against the current devastating military campaign in Gaza, in which nearly 10,000 Palestinian lives, including over 4,000 children, have been killed, over 23,000 injured, the loss of 1,400 Israeli lives, and over 1.4 million people were displaced as of 11/01/2023.
• Cease current and additional military aid to Israel, as it would continue to be used for war crimes targeting Palestinian civilians in Gaza and the West Bank.
• Demand that the United States reassert its leadership role and work towards a peaceful resolution to this crisis by addressing the underlying causes, such as the 16-year siege of Gaza, Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories, and its apartheid policies. -
• Lastly, we request a meeting with the congressman to discuss our concerns.

We stand in solidarity with those who yearn for peace, security, and a better life, regardless of their country of origin. We call upon our elected officials and global leaders to use their influence and diplomatic skills to facilitate a peaceful resolution to this longstanding conflict.

We are committed to working with our local and global partners to promote understanding, tolerance, and empathy among diverse communities and to ensure that immigrants and refugees in the Inland Empire can thrive in an atmosphere of peace and security. 

Thank you for considering our demands, and we hope that you will support our call for an immediate ceasefire and a just and lasting resolution to the Israel-Palestine conflict. We remain at your disposal for any further information or collaboration efforts to promote peace and justice in our world.

Sincerely,

Inland Valley Muslims

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