American Jews Call on the Biden Administration to De-Escalate Violence
The Jewish community is in pain. We are grieving for those killed, and praying for the safety of those kidnapped or living in fear, in Israel and in Gaza. We are speaking out today because we do not believe the safety of Israelis can be realized through the pain and death of Palestinians.
Guided by the Jewish teaching that nearly any Jewish law or ritual may be violated in service of saving a life, we call on the Biden administration to do everything in its power to de-escalate the intensifying war and prevent the further loss of life.
Unlimited support for warfare in the region will only mean more death. The only way forward is through a diplomatic solution, not a military one. We call on the Biden administration to facilitate diplomatic efforts to return Israeli hostages, end the bombing of Gaza and prevent the loss of more lives.