Atonement for my Zionist upbringing

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Dear Sharra,  I was raised Jewish in an insulated Jewish community, and Zionism was part of my identity. From as far back as I can remember, my extended family was deeply committed to the idea of a Jewish homeland. I was raised to believe that if there were no Israel, Jews would not be safe in the world.   Learning and facing the truth about the ideology and history of Zionism has been painful. It is not easy to reconcile that I was once a cheerleader for an ethnostate since I now know it is not possible to do so without committing an ethno-cleanse.   My atonement is using my voice to support Palestinians and to free Palestine from the river to the sea. The best way I can do that is right from the hallways of Congress.   I'm Jen Perelman, challenging AIPAC's darling and former DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz for the seat in Florida's 25th Congressional District. join our campaign >> When I was 16, I spent the summer in Israel with a high school program. As kids, we thought it was cool that we had armed guards with us when we left the campus. As a mother now, when I look back, I'm outraged that we were taken to places where assault rifles were needed to protect us. We were taken to the West Bank, which I now know was and still is occupied land. We were used as human shields as we planted trees in East Jerusalem. How else could Israel justify taking teenagers into occupied territory and using them as tools of ethnic cleansing?   My journey to recognizing the destructive colonial nature of Zionism has not been easy. It has taken me about 12 years to reach my level of outrage at the state of Israel. Even as recently as 2019, I still hoped for a two-state solution. But it has been made abundantly clear by Zionists that they will not abide a Palestinian state. I've decided to take them at their word.   My political views are deeply rooted in human rights and civil liberties, with a strong focus on the importance of justice and community service. From my earliest days of practicing law, I have fought for those who can't fight for themselves.   In 2020, I ran against Debbie Wasserman Schultz for the first time, receiving nearly 30 percent of the vote. Throughout our service-based campaign, we highlighted the stark differences between our vision for the future and our opponent's commitment to the corporate status quo. Building on that experience and with a robust campaign infrastructure in place, we are ready to finish the job and bring to Congress a much-needed progressive voice accountable only to the people.   Congress must prioritize its constituents' health, safety, and prosperity, not corporate donors or special interests. Our campaign is about bringing that vision to life, and we need your support to make it happen. donate >> As a champion of working people, my commitment to the common good remains strong. Our 2024 platform is built on: Establishing electoral, environmental, and economic justice Ensuring domestic tranquility Providing for the common defense Securing a 21st Century Economic Bill of Rights Protecting civil rights and liberties These are not just policy positions; they are a call to action for the dignity and well-being of every person in our district and beyond​​. I invite you to read more about our platform on our website.   Debbie Wasserman Schultz's anti-worker, pro-war voting record is directly reflected in her campaign finances and affiliations, particularly with powerful corporate interests such as AIPAC, Big Pharma, and military contractors.   Your contribution of just $10 or $25 will help us create a future that embraces the values and needs of our communities. Join us.   Together, we can build a movement that champions real progress and inclusivity. Your voice, vote, and volunteerism can drive the change we envision for Florida's 25th Congressional District and the nation.   Let's finish what we started, join us!   In Reason, Passion & Justice,   Jen donate >> 1856 N Nob Hill Rd, Suite 413 Plantation, FL 33322, USA Unsubscribe or Manage Preferences

If you were to see what I see...

Dear Sharra, Yesterday we were on the ballots in Kentucky and Oregon; with those new totals, we're almost at half a million votes cast for us this primary season. We will know within a few days whether we averaged enough votes in a particular district in Oregon to earn us delegates to the Democratic convention. Right now I'm in New Mexico; I'm on my way from Albuquerque to Las Cruces for a couple of events there, then on to Taos tomorrow. The first thing I say to an audience now is that yes, Joe Biden is the nominee this year; but we still have critical issues to discuss that must be part of the 2024 campaign. If we don't amplify those issues, then Medicare for All is simply cast aside; tuition free college and tech school is simply cast aside; subsidized childcare is simply cast aside; a guaranteed living wage is simply cast aside; a Department of Peace is simply cast aside. Without our campaign there is no conversation about an economic u-turn, or the 39% of Americans who regularly skip meals in order to pay their rent, or the carcinogens in our food, or the ever increasing power of corporations to put their short term profits before the well-being of the American people.  The Democrats need to discuss those issues this year, or according to the polls we are set to lose in November.  When I think of my travels over this last year, a consistent pattern has emerged that touches me deeply. Our supporters don't tend to be ideologues or political activists so much as just decent, heartfelt, deeply concerned Americans. When asked by audiences what gives me hope, my answer has been the same every time: "My hope lies in the fact that no one here has taken out their phone." Quite the opposite. People are leaning in to an in-depth conversation about what is happening America today; voters are ready for that conversation, and with the right leadership I believe they are ready to do something about it.   I feel very grateful to those who have seen the value in continuing this journey to the end of the primary season, giving voters in the final states an opportunity to weigh in issues that matter most. With every vote we are increasing the possibility that the issues we stand for can influence the campaign for the White House this year. If you were to see what I see on the faces of those who are listening, you would know, as I do, that we are doing something right. With love and dedication, P.S. Please watch this video of my interview this last Sunday on NewsNation! Would you like to receive text messages about events and opportunities to join us? You can join here. (Opt out at any time.) Shop Marianne shirts, hats, mugs, and more!   Paid for by Marianne Williamson for President ©2024 Marianne Williamson for President, all rights reserved   Our mailing address is: Marianne Williamson for President 1901 Harrison Street Oakland Suite 1550 Oakland, CA 94612 United States If you wish to receive fewer emails from the Marianne Williamson for President campaign, please click this link.   We're sad to see you go, but if you believe you received this email in error, or you no longer wish to receive our emails you can unsubscribe using the link below: unsubscribe

SPEAKING TO THE POWERS THAT BE

Dear Sharra, Current polls reflect Trump with a significant lead Trump over Biden in major battlefield states. While I was always concerned about Trump's sway with voters, reading the recent TIME Magazine interview with the former President has me even more convinced of the critical importance of denying him a return to the White House. Trump says that his plans for a second administration include a policy to kick out of the country 11 million undocumented people. Let's be clear that millions of such people are undocumented through no fault of their own, and the vast majority of them are contributors to the U.S. economy. The former President says he might use military or local police to help effectuate his mass deportation plan. Trump also said he would pursue building migrant detention camps and using the U.S. military at the border and inland. This is from the end of the April 30th interview:  "Whether or not he was kidding about bringing a tyrannical end to our 248-year experiment in democracy, I ask him, Don't you see why many Americans see such talk of dictatorship as contrary to our most cherished principles? Trump says no. Quite the opposite, he insists. 'I think a lot of people like it.'"  And there you have it: Trump himself having no problem with a description of himself as a potential dictator. The most important thing we can do right now is to take him at his word. And that is why we're still out there, doing whatever we can to add to our 400,000 primary votes so far, gaining the leverage to have our voice in the mix and help influence the President's campaign.  In order to win, the President must offer more to people: the Democrats should stand for universal health care, subsidized child care, guaranteed living wage, guaranteed sick pay, a Department of Peace, a mass mobilization for a just transition from a dirty economy to a clean economy, healthier food supply, and more. Maryland votes today, and over the next three weeks more primary states where we're on the ballot still have a chance to weigh in. Your continued support is enabling us to support the volunteers who are doing the work on the ground. The energy of our campaign lies in a deeper truth still spoken to the powers that be. Thank you for your commitment and perseverance, Would you like to receive text messages about events and opportunities to join us? You can join here. (Opt out at any time.)   Paid for by Marianne Williamson for President ©2024 Marianne Williamson for President, all rights reserved   Our mailing address is: Marianne Williamson for President 1901 Harrison Street Oakland Suite 1550 Oakland, CA 94612 United States If you wish to receive fewer emails from the Marianne Williamson for President campaign, please click this link.   We're sad to see you go, but if you believe you received this email in error, or you no longer wish to receive our emails you can unsubscribe using the link below: unsubscribe

[LIVE EVENT] Celebrate Mother’s Day with Marianne!

Come hear Marianne in Silver Spring TONIGHT at 5pm…

Dear Sharra,    There's one more chance to join Marianne in Maryland… and it's Mother's Day! Gather with us TONIGHT in Silver Spring at 5pm. RSVP below for the address.  Grab your community and join us! Private Residence Address provided upon RSVP Sunday, May 12, 5pm EVENTBRITE RSVP >> We can't wait to be with you tonight! Team Marianne If you can't attend, you can still support the campaign with a contribution now. You can also spread the word to your friends and family in the area by forwarding this email with all the details, or sending them to events.marianne2024.com.  Would you like to receive text messages about events and opportunities to join us? You can join here. (Opt out at any time.)   Paid for by Marianne Williamson for President ©2024 Marianne Williamson for President, all rights reserved   Our mailing address is: Marianne Williamson for President PO Box 33079 Washington, DC 20033 If you wish to receive fewer emails from the Marianne Williamson for President campaign, please click this link.   We're sad to see you go, but if you believe you received this email in error, or you no longer wish to receive our emails you can unsubscribe using the link below: unsubscribe