Dear Emgage advocates,
Congress has introduced two resolutions to address the ongoing crisis in Burma, and we urge you to take immediate action.
The resolutions are:
1. Senate Resolution 20 - Introduced by Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Todd Young (R-IN), with Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Susan Collins (R-ME), this resolution condemns the coup in Burma and the unlawful detention of civilian leaders. It calls for the immediate and unconditional release of all detainees, seeks accountability for those responsible for violence, and demands the resumption of elected officials' duties.
2. House Resolution 86 - Introduced by Representatives Anna Eshoo (D-CA-16) and Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24), along with ten original cosponsors, including Reps. Gregory Meeks (D-NY-5) and Ami Bera (D-CA-6), this bipartisan resolution condemns the Burmese military's gross violations of human rights and stands with the democratic aspirations of the Burmese people two years after the coup.
Why It Matters: The Burmese military's actions have led to severe human rights abuses, as formally recognized by the US government. Abuses range from the genocide of hundreds of thousands of Rohingya - labeled as "the most oppressed people in the world" by the United Nations - to the unlawful detentions of nearly 20,000 civilians and killings of an estimated 3,000 following the recent military coup by the Burmese military. To learn more, read our Policy & Research Analyst Hanna Dasoo's thought piece by clicking here.
Here's How You Can Make a Difference:
- Click below to contact your senators and representatives immediately, urging them to prioritize these resolutions and vote in favor of them.
- Share this campaign with your network to increase our impact.
