{"id":2176761,"date":"2024-02-14T22:33:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-15T03:33:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/squad-member-tlaib-votes-present-on-resolution-condemning-sexual-violence-by-hamas-as-weapon-of-war\/"},"modified":"2024-02-14T22:36:50","modified_gmt":"2024-02-15T03:36:50","slug":"squad-member-tlaib-votes-present-on-resolution-condemning-sexual-violence-by-hamas-as-weapon-of-war","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/squad-member-tlaib-votes-present-on-resolution-condemning-sexual-violence-by-hamas-as-weapon-of-war\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Squad\u2019 member Tlaib votes \u2018present\u2019 on resolution condemning sexual violence by Hamas as weapon of war"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">32<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fsquad-member-tlaib-votes-present-on-resolution-condemning-sexual-violence-by-hamas-as-weapon-of-war%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2176761&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Rep. Rashida Tlaib Votes &#8220;Present&#8221; on Resolution Condemning Rape and Sexual Violence as \u200dWeapons of War<\/h2>\n<p>In a\u200b surprising move, Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), a member of the progressive &#8220;Squad,&#8221; chose\u2062 to vote &#8220;present&#8221; \u200bon a congressional resolution that aimed to condemn rape and\u200d sexual violence as \u2062&#8221;weapons of\u200d war.&#8221; This resolution specifically \u200baddressed the actions of the \u200dterrorist group Hamas.<\/p>\n<p>Tlaib explained \u2063her decision, stating that she was &#8220;disturbed&#8221; by\u200c the fact that the resolution did not acknowledge the allegations of rape and sexual\u2062 violence made against soldiers from the Israel Defense Forces. She emphasized the importance of denouncing sexual violence\u200c in all its \u200cforms, regardless\u200c of who is\u200c responsible.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;We\u200d all have a responsibility to \u2064denounce sexual \u2063violence in all forms, regardless of who is responsible. War crimes cannot \u200cjustify more \u200dwar crimes. This resolution falls well short of also acknowledging the sexual abuse of Palestinians.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The resolution, introduced by \u2062Rep.\u200d Lois Frankel (D-FL), passed with a \u2064vote of 418-0. It\u200d calls for lawmakers to condemn all instances\u200d of sexual violence and rape used as weapons of\u2064 war, including those committed by Hamas.<\/p>\n<p>During \u2063the House \u2063floor \u200bdebate,\u200c Frankel spoke passionately about\u200b the horrific actions of Hamas, including rape, mutilation, and\u2062 burning, which inflict psychological pain and trauma \u2062on \u200cthe \u2064victims. She expressed her shock\u2064 and alarm at the\u200c lack of attention and denial surrounding these acts \u2064of violence.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;Hamas&#8217;s actions on Oct. 7 and continuing is \u2063almost too difficult to speak about, raping, mutilating and burning to\u2063 inflict psychological pain and\u2063 unleashing trauma that continues to plague a\u200d grieving Israel. Shockingly and\u200c alarmingly, Hamas&#8217;s violence \u2063has been met \u200dwith a shrug from many\u200d corners in the world, and many deny it.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Frankel emphasized that while sexual violence has been used as a weapon throughout history, it should never be normalized. The resolution aims\u200d to make it clear \u200bthat sexual\u200b violence is a crime against humanity.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the U.S. government&#8217;s \u2063commitment \u200cto supporting survivors of rape and\u200c sexual violence, including those affected by the Oct. 7 attacks.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How can lawmakers ensure \u200bgreater\u200d accountability \u2062for perpetrators of rape and sexual violence during armed\u200c conflicts?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  The use of rape and sexual violence as strategic tools during armed conflicts and wars worldwide, highlighting the \u200durgent need to address this issue and\u2062 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/josh-hawley-and-kirsten-gillibrand-are-teaming-up-to-improve-the-militarys-response-to-sexual-assault\/\" title=\"Josh Hawley And Kirsten Gillibrand Are Teaming Up To Improve The Military\u2019s Response to Sexual Assault\">hold perpetrators accountable<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The resolution, introduced by Rep.\u200b Susan Brooks (R-IN) and Rep. Lois Frankel (D-FL), garnered bipartisan support and was expected \u2063to pass with overwhelming support. However, Tlaib&#8217;s decision to vote &#8220;present&#8221; instead of voting in favor of the \u2062resolution has sparked controversy and raised \u2063questions about her stance on crucial human\u200d rights issues.<\/p>\n<p>Rape and sexual violence as weapons of war are \u200c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/israeli-un-ambassador-fires-to-un-we-wont-be-bound-by-agreements-that-ignore-threats-against-israel\/\" title=\"Israeli UN Ambassador Fires To UN: We Won\u2019t Be Bound By Agreements That Ignore Threats Against Israel\">grave human rights violations<\/a> that have been alarmingly prevalent throughout history. They have been \u2063used \u200bas tactics to intimidate, terrorize, and subjugate communities, particularly women and girls, in conflict-affected areas. The \u2063consequences of these heinous\u2063 acts are devastating and long-lasting, affecting not only the immediate victims but also their families and entire communities.<\/p>\n<p>The resolution aimed to send a strong\u2064 message \u2062to the international community, condemning such atrocities and emphasizing the need for greater efforts to prevent,\u200d respond to, and investigate cases of rape\u2063 and sexual\u2063 violence in conflict \u2064zones. It called on governments to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/teens-death-in-small-michigan-town-led-fbi-and-police-to-online-sexual-extortion-scheme\/\" title=\"Teen's death in small Michigan town linked to FBI and police investigation of online sexual extortion scheme.\">enact legislation\u200c specifically targeting<\/a> \u200dthese crimes, establish effective national prosecution mechanisms, and provide support and rehabilitation\u200d services for survivors.<\/p>\n<p>Given the resolution&#8217;s crucial objective and its broad support from lawmakers across the political spectrum, Tlaib&#8217;s decision to abstain from voting is perplexing and concerning. As \u200ca representative elected to uphold the interests\u200d and welfare of her\u200c constituents, it is essential for Tlaib \u2062to demonstrate a commitment to human rights, particularly regarding issues\u200c as grave as rape and sexual \u200bviolence \u2063during armed conflicts.<\/p>\n<p>Tlaib&#8217;s\u2062 decision to vote &#8220;present&#8221; raises questions\u200b about her priorities and potentially undermines efforts to address this urgent issue effectively. \u2063It is crucial for\u2062 politicians to take\u2063 a\u200b clear stance on \u2062such matters to\u2062 ensure accountability and progress in combating these atrocities.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, Tlaib&#8217;s decision may\u200d inadvertently give the impression \u2064that she does not prioritize the protection of women&#8217;s rights and \u2062the prevention of sexual violence in \u200cconflict zones. This could harmful implications, especially considering Tlaib&#8217;s position as a prominent member of the progressive &#8220;Squad,&#8221; which has been influential in advocating for social justice and equality.<\/p>\n<p>The condemnation of rape and sexual violence as weapons of war \u2063should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/sean-hannity-comes-clean-about-his-relationship-with-gavin-newsom-we-just-hit-it-off\/\" title=\"Sean Hannity admits close bond with Gavin Newsom: 'We instantly clicked\">transcend political differences<\/a> and be seen as a fundamental human rights\u2063 issue. Therefore,\u2062 it is disheartening to see a \u200dcongresswoman abstain from voting on \u200da resolution aimed\u2062 at addressing these egregious crimes.<\/p>\n<p>Moving forward, it is essential for Tlaib, and other lawmakers who may share similar concerns, to clarify their reasons for \u2063abstaining and articulate a concrete plan to address the issue of sexual violence during armed conflicts. By doing so, they can reaffirm \u200btheir commitment to human rights\u2063 and ensure that the fight against rape\u200d and sexual violence \u2062remains a global priority.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding Tlaib&#8217;s vote, it \u2063is crucial for the public, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/refugee-watchdog-calls-for-immediate-action-in-ethiopia\/\" title=\"Refugee Watchdog Calls for Immediate Action in Ethiopia\">human rights organizations<\/a>, and fellow lawmakers to engage in a constructive dialogue to address\u2064 concerns and seek solutions. The fight\u200d against rape and sexual\u2064 violence as weapons of war demands unity and \u2064a collective effort to \u200cfoster change and protect the rights and dignity of\u2062 all affected individuals.<\/p>\n<p>While\u2063 Tlaib&#8217;s\u200b decision to \u2063vote &#8220;present&#8221; on this resolution\u200c may have sparked controversy, it presents an opportunity for broader discussions on the issue of\u200c sexual violence during armed conflicts. By engaging \u2063in dialogue and promoting awareness, lawmakers\u200d can work together to \u200bstrengthen legislation and policies that protect vulnerable populations, hold perpetrators accountable, and bring justice\u2064 to survivors.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, Rep.\u200d Rashida Tlaib&#8217;s decision to vote &#8220;present&#8221; on \u2063the resolution condemning rape and sexual violence\u2064 as\u200c weapons of\u200c war has raised concerns and sparked controversy. It is crucial for Tlaib \u2062and other lawmakers to clarify their reasons for abstaining and reaffirm their commitment to addressing this urgent human rights issue. Engaging in constructive dialogue and fostering unity\u200c will be instrumental in advancing the fight against sexual violence in conflict zones and ensuring that the rights and dignity of survivors are protected.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) voted \u201cpresent\u201d on a congressional resolution Wednesday that condemned rape and sexual violence as \u201cweapons of war,\u201d such as the actions committed by the terrorist group Hamas. The progressive \u201cSquad\u201d member was the sole lawmaker not to vote in favor of the resolution, claiming she was \u201cdisturbed\u201d that the resolution did<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2643,"featured_media":2315279,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2176761","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2176761","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2643"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2176761"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2176761\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2315279"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2176761"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2176761"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2176761"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}