AR 2 SUPP CORR PART 18 CORRESPONDENCE — Pasadena City Council, March 18, 2024

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March 18 Special Meeting Defer and take no action on Hamas-Israel conflict.

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March 17, 2024
Letter to Pasadena City Council.

Subject: "Ceasefire Resolution" City of Pasadena, notice of special meeting of the city council, March 18,2024.

Victor Gordo (Mayor) - [email protected]
Steve Madison (Vice Mayor, District 6) - [email protected] Tyron hlampton (District 1)[email protected] Felicia Williams (District 2) [email protected] Justin Jones (District 3) [email protected]
Gene Masuda (District 4) - [email protected]
Jess Rivas (District 5) [email protected]
Jason Lyon (District 7)[email protected]
Miguel Marquiz (City Manager) - [email protected] Mark Jomsky (City Clerk) - [email protected]
Include in the city record.

City Involvement in Foreign Affairs: A Reflection on Prioritizing Anti-Semitism.

To the Mayor of Pasadena Victor Gordo, and the city council members: Defer and take no action on Hamas- Israel conflict.

To gain perspective, let's take a look at the latest wars around the world.

Russia and Hamas initiated their respective conflicts. Russia believed it could easily defeat its smaller neighbor. Meanwhile, Hamas sought to instigate a broad Islamic struggle against Israel, and now the Whitehouse is seekmg the involvement from U.S. cities under the guise of a "ceasefire." The majority of Europe, the United States, and Western nations understandably supported arming Ukraine to defend against the aggression of Vladimir Putin's fonner-communist Russia. However, support for the Democratic Israel seems to be inconsistently supported.

Within elite, political, academic, and media circles, Israel faces criticism for its "significant retaliation" following events on October 7, 2023. But have we already forgotten? On that day, Hamas, along with Gazan civilians, committed atrocities, including torture, decapitation, rape (by the way, where is the "Global Fund for Women ", "Me Too, " and "Take Back the Night" movements}, and murder of hundreds of Israeli civilians, effectively starting the conflict.

The Western reaction to these two conflicts appears to be increasingly unpredictable, if not entirely inconsistent.

Long before October 7, Hamas was designated as a terrorist organization by multiple countries and international bodies, including the United States, the European Union, Israel, Canada, and others. And yet, there are continuous demands for Israel to exercise "proportionality" in Gaza following the killings of nearly 1,200 Jews, most of whom were civilians.

But the Whitehouse understandably seek to give Ukraine more arms to ensure a disproportionate response necessary to win their war against Russia. Israel is blamed for senseless murder against Hamas, (read Jeryl Beir, Abraham Wyner at Wharton, and even Biden admits deaths are fake, Oct. '23)) even though Palestinian terrorists are burrowed in and beneath hospitals, mosques, and schools. Israeli hostages are used as human shields to protect Hamas gunmen. The last I checked, Israel was an ally.

Furthermore, the Whitehouse has consistently criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's purportedly right-wing administration for its "disproportionate" response in Gaza. Is this truly the crux of the matter? Is it merely a matter of my team versus your team, leading us to adopt narrow-minded perspectives on international affairs? It's utterly deplorable! There exists a noticeable bias against the Jewish state in many Western countries, with instances of resurging anti-Semitism in Europe and the U.S. or more directly, the Whitehouse.

As a result, the disconnect between these perspectives are as plain as day, exemplified by the Whitehouse urging U.S. cities to intervene in Israel's internal affairs rather than Russia's. And let's be clear, those advocating for a "ceasefire" are essentially advocating for a one-sided halt in Israeli action, knowing that the opposing side doesn't honor agreements. Such a stance effectively supports the perpetuation of Gaza as a state of terror.

This isn't to downplay the loss of lives and the brutality of war. It's indeed tragic that Palestinian leaders, who have consistently rejected peace with Jews for more than a century, have brought such suffering upon their own people. The difference is that Hamas (and PLO and Islamic Jihad, etc.) targets civilians, and, Israel targets terrorists. No amount of propaganda can change that reality. Pasadena must choose the right side and uphold a higher standard and reject anti-Semitism. No amount of propaganda can change this reality. This manipulation of reality must cease.

Frank Duerr
Pasadena, CA.

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Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

It is critical that we respond firmly and strongly with a ceasefire resolution. Please join the over 70 US cities, including San Francisco, Cudahy, Oakland, and Pomona in voting for a ceasefire by voting "Yes" on the resolution introduced by Counilmember Rivas, this Monday
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Dear Mayor and City Councilors,
I am a Christian Palestinian who has relatives hiding in the churches of Gaza.

Israel bombed the 3rd oldest church in the world . We lost 11 relatives from the bombing and the lack of medicine.

Attached is a photo of baby JoeLle who was only 6 months old. She died from the bombing of of Saint Porphyrius where she was baptized .

There are ONLY 600 Christians left in Gaza by ceasefire you are saving their lives .

Since Oct. 7, over 38,000 people have been killed by Israeli forces. Most recently, Israel has escalated bombardment of Rafah, "the last safe zone" in Gaza where more than 1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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Dear City Manager MigueL Marquiz,
I am writing you today to urge you not to adopt any biased "ceasefire" resolution that would fuel divisions and hate in our community, while harming efforts to end the horrific October 7th War.

I want an end to the fighting and suffering in Gaza and Israel, as I'm sure you do. However, biased "ceasefire" city council resolutions have been shown to have no impact on this complex conflict. In fact, what the Jewish community has witnessed is that resolutions like this actually fuel more hate towards Jews and anyone else who does not believe cities should weigh in on international issues. There are many examples of such hate, including in the Oakland and Long Beach city councils.

I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

1. A ceasefire existed on October 6 but was broken by Hamas on October 7 when they brutally attacked Israel, killing 1,200 innocent civilians and kidnapping 253 people - ranging in age from 9 months to 85 years old.

2. Israel has accepted terms Laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

The type of "ceasefire" you are being pressured to support would not bring a just or lasting peace. What it would do is help Hamas, a genocidal terrorist group, maintain its grip on power in Gaza and continue its endless war against Israel. While I do not believe municipal governments should address international affairs at all, if you choose to adopt a resolution on this issue it must include a clear call for Hamas to release all hostages and surrender now.

I know that the Pasadena City Council wants to do the right thing and bring about an end to the humanitarian crisis, but this symbolic gesture will do nothing more than bring more hate and animosity towards the Jewish community.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.
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Dear City Manager Miguel Marquiz,
I am writing you today to urge you not to adopt any biased "ceasefire" resolution that would fuel divisions and hate in our community, while harming efforts to end the horrific October 7th War.

I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms Laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.
1 Kenebrew, Jerice
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1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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Dear Mayor and City Councilors,
I have been deeply alarmed by the genocide occurring in Gaza. Since Oct. 1, over 38,000 people have been killed by Israeli forces. Most recently, Israel has escalated bombardment of Rafah, "the last safe zone" in Gaza where more than

1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

While I do not believe municipal governments should address international affairs at all, if you choose to adopt a resolution on this issue it must include a clear call for Hamas to release all hostages and surrender now.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.

Sincerely,
Andrea Damsky
1 McMillan, Acquanette (Netta)
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Dear Mayor and Council member Jones,
I have been deeply alarmed by the genocide occurring in Gaza. Since Oct. 7, over 38,000 people have been killed by Israeli forces. Most recently, Israel has escalated bombardment of Rafah, "the last safe zone" in Gaza where more than

1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

Thank you,
Gina Dance
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Dear Council Members,
We are reaching out in opposition to a ceasefire resolution that will be proposed at your meeting.

While this appears to be a resolution in favor of peace, in fact it is a propaganda move to incite anti-Democracy, anti-Israel, and anti-Jewish sentiments. We urge you to refuse to even consider the resolution.

These politically motivated resolutions are circulating in "toolkits" sent out by the Committee on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) and other terrorist network support groups in the U.S. [1]. The toolkits overtly state that they do not care about the wording; they just want to be able to claim that the city/county has denounced Israel. They have unfailingly proved divisive to the community and have had the effect of pitting sides against each other in antipathy rather than bonding them together in a mutual desire for peace.

There is no possibility of a ceasefire while Hamas is still in power. As Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) said, "Israel must destroy every element of Hamas," who's sole and sinister purpose is to eradicate Israel and the Jewish people [2]. For your reference, we have provided excerpts from the Hamas charter below [3].

Hamas has rejected proposals for months-long pauses in fighting simply in exchange for releasing the hostages. They have vowed to draw Israel into an eternal war, manipulating public opinion and thwarting the process of normalization underway between Israel and several Arab countries. Please note that there was in fact a ceasefire in place on October 7, when Hamas slaughtered Israelis, Americans, and Foreign Nationals in the most barbaric ways seen in centuries. Hamas vows to repeat this over and over even after a new ceasefire agreement is reached.

Furthermore, we urge you not to approve any resolution whose language parrots a false narrative claiming that Jewish people in Israel are colonizers engaged in a 75-year occupation.

In fact there has been a Jewish presence in Israel for the past 3,000 years. They are neither colonizers, nor "occupiers" in Gaza - Gaza has been independent since 2005 when Israel removed all its residents and military from Gaza. In 2006, Gazans voted Hamas into power and they have been under Hamas rule since. Nonetheless, anti-Israel and anti-Jewish voices claim that Israel is occupying Gaza and that "resistance is justified", spreading dangerous misinformation about a democratic country that is used as a justification for terrorism.

As a city council, you represent your local residents in municipal decisions. If the city council were to engage in international affairs, you would likely need to vote on various matters, such as the ongoing Syrian war, the Yemen Civil War, the Rohingya Crisis, the South Sudanese Civil War, and numerous other global issues.

Sadly, ceasefire resolutions have been considered in many city councils in the past few months, and each time rather than enhance peace, they have brought with them vitriol, which has contributed to the 400% increase in anti-Semitism in this country [4]. We have most recently witnessed alarming Neo-Nazi marches in Nashville, the apprehension of an individual plotting to harm the Jewish community in Indiana, physical harm inflicted on Jews on college campuses, the murder of a Jewish man in San Diego and the unsettling cancellation of all college classes in Queens due to a credible terrorist threat.

Normalizing hate against Jews fuels white supremacy, which is seeing an unprecedented growth. The normalization of hate against Jews inadvertently is going to impact ALL minorities. We don't need any more hate in this country. We cannot regress as a country.

Jewish people do not advocate for unnecessary conflicts; it's not in our nature. Our priority is the safe return of our innocent civilians who are being held hostage, possibly under very violent conditions. Additionally, we must protect ourselves from a hostile terrorist organization that harbors destructive intentions towards Jews. Let's be clear, Hamas is waging a war against the Jewish people and democracy itself. Senior Hamas official Mahmoud Al- Zahar stated on December 12, 2022, "The entire 510 million square kilometers of Planet Earth will come under [a system] where there is no injustice, no oppression, no treachery, no Zionism, no treacherous Christianity." (source: http://tinyurl.com/5n8298r4) Furthermore, with all the international conflicts that have not merited your attention, deciding to suddenly weigh in on Israel's foreign policy would send a dual message: a) that a democracy has no right to defend itself against barbaric terrorism, and b) that you hold Israel to a different standard than other countries.

The European Parliament has passed a stipulation that any call for a ceasefire should be conditional on the complete dismantling of Hamas and the immediate and unconditional release of hostages. We hope you would agree.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Jerald Darvishzadeh MD
82% of Americans support Israel's fight against Hamas" (Harvard Harris Poll). [5] References:
[1] CAIR toolkit: https://www.cair.com/press_releases/cair-releases-community-toolkit-on- promoting-gaza-ceasefire-resolutions-by-state-local-governments/ [2] https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4336113-rubio-activists-Israel-hamas-cease-fire [3] https://avalon.law.yale.edu/20th_century/hamas.asp
[4] https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-antisemitic-incidents-up-about-400-since-israel- hamas-war-began-report-says-2023-10-25/
[5] https://harvardharrispoll.com
Excerpts from Hamas Charter:

1. 'Israel will exist and will continue to exist until Islam will obliterate it, just as it obliterated others before it.' (Preamble)

2. The day the enemies usurp part of Muslim land, Jihad becomes the individual duty of every Muslim. In the face of the Jews' usurpation, it is compulsory that the banner of Jihad be raised.' (Article 15)

3. 'Ranks will close, fighters joining other fighters, and masses everywhere in the Islamic world will come forward in response to the call of duty, loudly proclaiming: 'Hail to Jihad!'.

This cry will reach the heavens and will go on being resounded until liberation is achieved, the invaders vanquished and Allah's victory comes about.' (Article 33)

4. There is no solution for the Palestinian problem except through Jihad. Initiatives, proposals, and international conferences are a waste of time and futile.' (Article 13)

5. 'The Day of Judgment will not come about until Muslims fight Jews and kill them. Then, the Jews will hide behind rocks and trees, and the rocks and trees will cry out: '0 Muslim, there is a Jew hiding behind me, come and kill him.' (Article 7) [3].

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Dear Mayor Gordo,
I am writing you today to urge you not to adopt any biased "ceasefire" resolution that would fuel divisions and hate in our community, while harming efforts to end the horrific October 7th War.

I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.

Sincerely,
Kairavi Daum
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Dear Council Members,
We are reaching out in opposition to a ceasefire resolution that will be proposed at your meeting.

Furthermore, we urge you not to approve any resolution whose language parrots a false narrative claiming that Jewish people in Israel are colonizers engaged in a 75-year occupation.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
82% of Americans support Israel's fight against Hamas" (Harvard Harris Poll). [5] References:
[1] CAIR toolkit: https://www.cair.com/press_releases/cair-releases-community-toolkit-on- promoting-gaza-ceasefire-resolutions-by-state-local-governments/ [2] https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4336113-rubio-activists-Israel-hamas-cease-fire [3] https://avalon.law.yale.edu/20th_century/hamas.asp
[4] https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-antisemitic-incidents-up-about-400-since-israel- hamas-war-began-report-says-2023-10-25/
[5] https://harvardharrispoll.com
Excerpts from Hamas Charter:

1. 'Israel will exist and will continue to exist until Islam will obliterate it, just as it obliterated others before it.' (Preamble)

3. 'Ranks will close, fighters joining other fighters, and masses everywhere in the Islamic world will come forward in response to the call of duty, loudly proclaiming: 'Hail to Jihad!'.

This cry will reach the heavens and will go on being resounded until liberation is achieved,the invaders vanquished and Allah's victory comes about.' (Article 33)

4. There is no solution for the Palestinian problem except through Jihad. Initiatives, proposals, and international conferences are a waste of time and futile.' (Article 13)

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Dear Mayor and City Councilors,
I horrified by the genocide occurring in Gaza. Since Oct. 7, over 38,000 people have been killed by Israeli forces. Most recently, Israel has escalated bombardment ofRafah, "the last safe zone" in Gaza where more than 1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Children are dying of starvation. The majority of people in Gaza are facing famine due to humanitarian aid being blocked by Israeli forces.

Thank you,
Mehrnaz Davoudi
Kenebrew, Jerice
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Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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Dear Mayor and City Councilors, I have been deeply alarmed by the genocide occurring in Gaza. Since Oct. 7, over 38,000 people have been killed by Israeli forces. Most recently, Israel has escalated bombardment of Rafah, THE LAST SAFE ZONE in Gaza where more than 1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge. Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of
famine as soon as May. It is critical that we respond firmly and strongly with a ceasefire resolution. Please join the over 70 US cities, including San Francisco, Cudahy, Oakland, and Pomona in voting for a ceasefire by voting YES on the resolution introduced
by Counilmember Rivas, this Monday Thank you,
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I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.

Sincerely,
Maya Dayan
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Dear Council Members,
We are reaching out in opposition to a ceasefire resolution that will be proposed at your meeting.

There is no possibility of a ceasefire while Hamas is still in power. As Senator IVIarco Rubio (R-FL) said, "Israel must destroy every element of Hamas," who's sole and sinister purpose is to eradicate Israel and the Jewish people [2]. For your reference, we have provided excerpts from the Hamas charter below [3].

Furthermore, we urge you not to approve any resolution whose language parrots a false narrative claiming that Jewish people in Israel are colonizers engaged in a 75-year occupation.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
82% of Americans support Israel's fight against Hamas" (Harvard Harris Poll). [5] References:
[1] CAIR toolkit: https://www.cair.com/press_releases/cair-releases-community-toolkit-on- promoting-gaza-ceasefire-resolutions-by-state-local-governments/ [2] https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4336113-rubio-activists-Israel-hamas-cease-fire [3] https://avalon.law.yale.edu/20th century/hamas.asp
[4] https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-antisemitic-incidents-up-about-400-since-israel- hamas-war-began-report-says-2023-10-25/
[5] https://harvardharrispoll.com
Excerpts from Hamas Charter:

1. 'Israel will exist and will continue to exist until Islam will obliterate itjust as it obliterated others before it.' (Preamble)

2. 'The day the enemies usurp part of Muslim land, Jihad becomes the individual duty of every Muslim. In the face of the Jews' usurpation, it is compulsory that the banner of Jihad be raised.' (Article 15)

3. 'Ranks will close, fighters joining other fighters, and masses everywhere in the Islamic world will come forward in response to the call of duty, loudly proclaiming: 'Hail to Jihad!'.

This cry will reach the heavens and will go on being resounded until liberation is achieved, the invaders vanquished and Allah's victory comes about.' (Article 33)

4. There is no solution for the Palestinian problem except through Jihad. Initiatives, proposals, and international conferences are a waste of time and futile.' (Article 13)

5. The Day of Judgment will not come about until Muslims fight Jews and kill them. Then, the Jews will hide behind rocks and trees, and the rocks and trees will cry out: '0 Muslim, there is a Jew hiding behind me, come and kill him.' (Article 7) [3].

Kenebrew, Jerice
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1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

Thank you,
Melissa
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Dear Mayor and City Councilors,
I, a Jewish woman, have been deeply alarmed by the genocide occurring in Gaza. Since Oct. 7, over 38,000 people have been killed by Israeli forces. Most recently, Israel has escalated bombardment ofRafah, "the last safe zone" in Gaza where more than 1.5 million displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge.

Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

Thank you,
Alyse DeCavallas
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I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.

Sincerely,
Marilyn Dennis
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I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.

Sincerely,
1 Kenebrew, Jerice
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Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council-
I am a Pasadena resident and I would like to share that I am much opposed to the council's intention to adopt a resolution in response to the war in Gaza. I do not believe it is within the purview of the council to take positions on situations outside of the city, never mind outside the country. This seems like a polarizing over-reach that will only further escalate tensions and possibly endanger groups that have been targets for expressions of hatred in the past.

I urge you to vote NO to adopting any resolution regarding the Gaza war.

Thank you-
Rachel Schmidt
Pasadena
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Dear Mayor Victor Gordo and CouncilmanA/ice Mayor Steve Madison, As Pasadena residents, we are very concerned that during your March 18th Council meeting, you will be discussing, let alone even considering a City position concerning the conflict in the Middle East. As both of you very well know, the purpose of local government is to serve its constituents. It's not to dwell on national or international issues where there is no direct interest or capacity.

Jason Moss' letter is well written and should be heeded. https://www.pasadenanow.com/main/guest-opinion-jason-moss-city-councils-should- stay-out-of-the-middle-east.

We want to see peace in the world. Unfortunately there are a great many people who do not.

The conflict in the Middle East is very complex. As members of a Catholic organization that works for justice and peace in the Holy Land, we are very aware of the internal and external forces that for generations have fermented hatred and suffering in that region. An official position by the City of Pasadena in such a conflict sets the city on a very slippery slope which will both trivialize many of the legitimate issues in the Middle East conflict and will also alienate a great many Pasadena residents.

We urge you to remain focused on issues which directly affect Pasadena and its residents.

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Dear Mayor, Councilmembers and Council staff:

I'm writing to urge you to vote YES on the ceasefire resolution when it comes up on the 18th. Pasadena should join the dozens of American cities that have passed ceasefire resolutions. Gaza is running out of time, and needs us to act now.

Pasadena city council has a proud history of standing for justice, even though the council does not exert direct control over national policy. They have spoken out on issues of grave importance in the past - massacres in Artsakh, reproductive freedom, protecting immigrants - this issue deserves the same consideration.

Approximately 40,000 Palestinians have been killed, with tens of thousands more under the rubble. Two-thirdsofthe dead are women and children. Famine and disease are spreading, and deaths will escalate sharply without an immediate ceasefire and an inflow of aid.

The United Nations has repeatedly voted to pass a ceasefire resolution because the world sees that what is happening in Palestine is not self-defense, but ethnic cleansing and genocide. The refusal by the US to allow the world to speak with one voice is one of the reasons we are here.

Ceasefire is the way to ensure the safe return of all hostages. This is why families of Israeli hostages have been pleading with their government to agree to a ceasefire.

To say that Oct 7 was the end of a ceasefire is simply untrue. Prior to October 7th, 2023 was the deadliest year on record for Palestinians killed by Israel, with 507 Palestinians killed in the West Bank alone. Violence by Israeli forces and also by Israeli settlers (which has been encouraged by the Israeli government) had been escalating and unrelenting leading up to October 7th.

Israel's right to defend itself does not allow it to commit war crimes. Self-defense is not a blank check for genocide. Mass starvation is not self-defense. Mass displacement is not self-defense. Destroying 85 percent of Gaza's homes, as well as schools, hospitals, museums and houses of worship is not self-defense.

Israel has again attacked Palestinian civilians waiting in line to get aid. This time, Israeli forces have killed 80 and injured up to 200 people.

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I write to you as a constituent and as a member of Amnesty International USA with deep concern over the escalating conflict in Gaza and Israel. The U.S. government - including at the local level - is uniquely positioned to have tremendous impact in this conflict to ensure the protection of civilians and prevent further suffering.

Since October 7, we have witnessed horror unfolding on an unimaginable scale in the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel. More than 2 million Palestinians in the occupied Gaza Strip are struggling to survive amid the Israeli military's ongoing offensive, and the level of civilian casualties has been unprecedented.

I am encouraging you to publicly call for an immediate ceasefire and appeal to the Israeli government to allow life- saving fuel, water, and food into Gaza.

The majority of Americans support a ceasefire, but President Biden has yet to call for one. In response, towns and cities across the country are rising up to pass their own resolutions. I ask that you, in your capacity, do what you can to help to pass one here.

The need for an immediate ceasefire by all parties is more urgent than ever to protect civilians, prevent a mounting civilian death toll in Gaza, prevent further displacement of Palestinians, and provide an opportunity to secure the safe release of the remaining hostages.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Vincent De Stefano
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Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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14 It is critical that we respond firmly and strongly with a ceasefire resolution. Please join the over 70 US cities, including San Francisco, Cudahy, Oakland, and Pomona in voting for a ceasefire by voting "Yes" on the resolution introduced by Counilmember Rivas, this Monday Thank you,
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I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.

Sincerely,
Vivian Deutsch
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I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in himianitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.

Sincerely,
Sylvie Deutsch
Sabha, Tamer
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I want an end to the fighting and suffering in Gaza and Israel, as I'm sure you do. hlowever, biased "ceasefire" city council resolutions have been shown to have no impact on this complex conflict. In fact, what the Jewish community has witnessed is that resolutions like this actually fuel more hate towards Jews and anyone else who does not believe cities should weigh in on international issues. There are many examples of such hate, including in the Oakland and Long Beach city councils.

I feel it is important to remind you of the following:

1. A ceasefire existed on October 6 but was broken by hlamas on October 7 when they brutally attacked Israel, killing 1,200 innocent civilians and kidnapping 253 people - ranging in age from 9 months to 85 years old.

2. Israel has accepted terms laid out by international negotiators for an extended ceasefire and drastic increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. It is Hamas that has thus far rejected such a ceasefire.

3. There would be a permanent ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release all hostages, lay down its arms, and allow Israelis and Palestinians to rebuild in peace and security.

I urge you not to adopt a resolution and use your energy to bring people together, rather than further dividing us.
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Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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Additionally, a majority of people in Gaza are facing starvation due to humanitarian aid being blocked with the UN warning of famine as soon as May.

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