Pallone on Palestine

How Frank Pallone enabled the bombing of innocent women and children in Gaza

Pallone always presents a one-sided view of Palestine in order to build public support for bombing innocent women and children. Many constituents who watched the genocide unfold before them did not know about Pallone's support while others believed Pallone's narratives. Nationally, there were enough people who saw through the messaging from Pallone and others that it cost Democrats the presidential election and that is something Pallone should own.

Pallone's Facebook Live | Oct. 16, 2023 (Full Video)

I mourn the loss of Jewish lives on Oct 7th but would never use that as an excuse to bomb innocent women and children. By repeating the debunked claims of beheadings, Pallone was building public support for a genocide that the US was complicit in.

Pallone is also making the case for censorship, and it has been shown that the motivation for censorship is because people started seeing what was actually happening to Palestinian civilians. I will always support free speech.

Blurb about posting on Facebook - describing pattern of not acknowledging Palestinian suffering

Eid Iftar - April 20th, 2024

Eid is the Muslim celebration of the end of the fasting. While his constituents joined the festival in Edison, Rep Pallone was in Washington DC voting on a $21B Aid Package to Israel to continue its ongoing genocide in Gaza. NJ Monitor reports on the vote.

Pallone’s Financial Ties and Commitment to Israel

It is important to not conflate followers of the Jewish religion with the country of Israel. Many Jewish friends, scholars and media members support Palestine. So why is Pallone's position on the issue so one sided? In politics, one must simply follow the money and Pallone receives a lot of it from pro-Israel lobbies.

Bills Pallone Has Supported that Are Pro-Israel

H.Res.768

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives stands with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists. It reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense, condemns Hamas’ war against Israel, and supports the United States' commitment to Israel's security. The resolution also encourages emergency resupply and other assistance to Israel, urging the enforcement of sanctions against Iran to prevent funding for terrorist groups.

H.R.8369

This bill specifies that no federal funds may be used to withhold, halt, reverse, or cancel the delivery of defense articles or services to Israel. It also mandates the prompt delivery of defense materials to Israel for fiscal years 2024 and 2025, and requires the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of State to report to Congress on the defense articles provided to Israel.

H.R.6090

This bill grants statutory authority to the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights to consider the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism when reviewing or investigating complaints of discrimination in federally funded programs. According to IHRA’s definition, antisemitism is a certain perception of Jews, which may manifest as hatred toward Jews.

H.R.9495

This bill postpones certain tax filing deadlines for U.S. nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad or held hostage abroad and their spouses. It also allows for a refund and abatement of tax penalties and fines paid by hostages, detained individuals, and their spouses or dependents. The bill terminates the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.

Links Highlighting Pallone's Pro-Israel Stance

Link 1

Short summarry of post: Pallone is spreading misinformation about Hamas, alleging beheadings, rapes, and murders of women and children. Additionally, it asserts that Pallone has stated Hamas committed crimes against humanity.

Link 2

Short summary of post:For 15 months, families of hostages like Edan Alexander have endured immense suffering. A recent agreement brings hope with the release of 33 hostages, including women, children, and the elderly. While this marks progress, it highlights Hamas' continued use of human shields and civilian oppression. The October 7 attacks reinforced Israel's existential threats and Hamas' brutal tactics. This agreement, with a temporary ceasefire and phased hostage release, reflects Israel’s dedication to citizen safety and hostage recovery. Achieving peace necessitates disarming Hamas and protecting innocent lives. The release of Palestinian prisoners underscores the complexity of these negotiations. The U.S. must continue supporting Israel.

Link 3

Short summary of post:The elimination of Sinwar is a measure of justice for the victims of the October 7th terrorist attack and the hundreds of innocent people taken hostage by Hamas under his watch. Now is the time for Hamas to end the conflict, surrender to Israel and release all remaining hostages.

Link 4

Short summary of post:One year ago, on October 7, 2023, Hamas carried out the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust, killing over 1,200 people, including more than 40 Americans, and taking 240 hostages. Among the captives is Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old New Jersey native. The attack, the deadliest per capita terrorist assault in modern history, included atrocities at Kibbutz Nir Oz, where 25% of the population was killed or kidnapped, and the Supernova music festival, where 260 attendees were murdered.

Hamas militants documented their brutalities, while Hezbollah later fired over 8,000 rockets into Israel, displacing thousands. The violence also sparked global antisemitism, leaving Jewish communities, including those in New Jersey, in fear. Families of the hostages continue to fight for their loved ones' freedom, symbolized by yellow ribbons and messages like “Our hearts are held hostage in Gaza.”

As the world marks the anniversary, the memory of those lost and the ongoing efforts to reunite families underscore the global impact of this tragedy and the solidarity with Israel.

Link 5

Short summary of post:Iran is no longer hiding behind proxies — its true intentions to destroy Israel are dangerously clear. This marks a deadly and unacceptable escalation, putting the entire region at risk.

The U.S. must continue to stand firmly with our ally Israel.

Link 6

Short summary of post:At a Chabad of the Shore Community Shabbat Dinner, Judith Raanan shared her story of resilience and strength after being held captive by Hamas with her daughter Natalie on October 7. Her experience highlights the importance of U.S. support for Israel and efforts to secure the release of remaining hostages, emphasizing the suffering caused by Hamas’ actions and refusal to agree to a ceasefire.

Link 7

Short summary of post:A large crowd gathered at the Capitol today to peacefully support Israel and advocate for the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. I joined them and stood in solidarity with the Jewish community at the rally in Washington, D.C.

Link 8

Short summary of post: this bill sets a dangerous precedent by politicizing support for Israel and making our ally a pawn of partisan politics. House Republicans must abandon their political stunts and work with Democrats to pass a bipartisan package that provides Israel with the military assistance it needs to defend itself and eliminate Hama

Link 9

Short summary of post:Local elected officials and Jewish community members called on social media platforms to combat violent content and disinformation following Hamas’s attacks on Israel. They emphasized the need for platforms to enhance content moderation and prevent the spread of material promoting terrorism.

Link 10

Short summary of post:The statement expresses concern about the situation in Israel, strongly condemning Hamas' attacks and affirming Israel's right to self-defense. It highlights support for military assistance, including funding the Iron Dome Defense System, as a way to save lives and demonstrate solidarity with Israel.

Pallone’s Financial Ties and Commitment to Israel

In addition to his public declarations, Pallone has received financial contributions from pro-Israel lobbying groups such as AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee). These contributions further solidify his alignment with Israel's policies and interests. His financial ties to AIPAC reflect a commitment to maintaining strong U.S.-Israel relations, which he has consistently prioritized throughout his political career.

This document highlights Pallone’s clear pro-Israel stance and emphasizes his position for constituents interested in his record on this issue.