Vote & Hold Them Accountable
Vote
One of the most important things you can do is to vote for public officials who condemn genocide and apartheid without exception.
Voter Registration Deadlines:
- Online registration deadline: 25 days before Election Day
- Register by mail deadline: Must be received 10 days before Election Day
- In person registration deadline: 25 days before Election Day
Who to Vote For
Justice Democrats is a platform compiling and amplifying the voices of progressive, anti-genocide members of Congress.
Follow the Money
OpenSecrets tells you which of your representatives are paid for by special interest groups.
Call, Write, Email.
Calling, sending a letter, or sending an email to your representatives to sponsor a ceasefire and end US funding to the Israeli military does make an impact. Calls, print letters, and emails in a high volume of people acting in concert, in an unusually high pitch of passion, and with a specific message, together can create a fear of jeopardizing re-election.
In Weschester County, NY and surrounding areas, here are the names and numbers of representatives you can call, email, or write to the following representatives:
Senators and Congresspeople to ask to sponsor a permanent ceasefire and to end US funding of the Israeli apartheid occupation.
Hudson Valley, 17th District, Congressman Mike Lawler (R)
Hudson Valley, 18th District, Congressman Pat Ryan (D)
For those outside of the Hudson Valley: Find your Congressperson, Find your Senator
Sources:
https://act.represent.us/sign/does-calling-congress-really-work
https://www.lobbyists4good.org/amp/does-calling-congress-make-a-difference
https://www.lobbyists4good.org/calling-congress
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2017/03/06/what-calling-congress-achieves