The Purveyors of Antisemitism Must be Stopped April 28th, 2024 WEEKLY SC℞IPT Visit My Website Rep. Miller-Meeks: The Purveyors of Antisemitism Must be Stopped This week, our Jewish friends and neighbors are observing Passover, a holiday which commemorates the Israelites' freedom from slavery in Egypt and the “passing over” of faithful Jewish households, sparing them from the 10th plague and leading to their eventual liberation. Passover is a time when families gather, and stories of overcoming adversity, of conquering hate, are retold. Unfortunately, this week, a new tale of hate has emerged, unfolding on our college campuses. Terrorist-supporting Hamas sympathizers flooded Columbia University with vile attacks on the university's Jewish community. Every American has a constitutional right to peacefully protest. However, they do not have the right to threaten the very existence of people in the Jewish community. What we're witnessing at Columbia University and many other universities around the country, including at one point the University of Iowa, is violence fueled by hatred of Israel and the Jewish people, and it must be stopped. Such violence is unacceptable anywhere, but to witness it at our universities is another low, even for the radical left who organize and fund these protests. Places of education are places of discourse, and all those who choose to attend deserve peace, respect, and safety. My heart truly goes out to all the Jewish students who no longer feel safe at American universities. They deserve better, and sadly, the university presidents refuse to help them. In just the last few months, the presidents of two major universities (Harvard & Penn) resigned in shame following their inability to condemn and control antisemitism on their campuses. Now, Columbia University's President, Minouche Shafik, is being pressed to resign following her inaction and unwillingness to condemn the antisemitic, pro-terrorist demonstrators on her campus, some of whom call for the murder of Jewish people. Speaker Johnson and Conference Chair Elise Stefanik have rightfully called for her resignation, and I echo their sentiment. Columbia, much like most Ivy League Schools, receives billions of dollars from the federal government. From 2018 to 2022, Columbia received over $5.8 billion in grants from the federal government. Funding for these institutions should be reconsidered. The federal government should not be funding any school that allows antisemitism and allows for violence against Jewish students. The purveyors of antisemitism must be stopped. I have recently spearheaded a piece of legislation aimed at tackling antisemitism across the country. The Commission to Study Acts of Antisemitism in the United States Act addresses the uptick of antisemitism in the United States. It establishes a commission to investigate the causes of antisemitism, evaluate the evidence and circumstances, and report the findings and recommendations to the President and Congress.  In Congress, I will continue to push for efforts to combat antisemitism and stand with our Jewish friends and neighbors. What issue is most important to you? Border Crisis Economy Energy Health Education Agriculture Veterans Foreign Affairs Around the District I had a great visit to the Keokuk National Cemetery with Sen. Reichman, Rep. Graber, and Mayor Mahoney. In 2022, I was proud to secure $960,000 to repair the Road of Honor and I am glad to see its revitalization. I toured the University of Iowa Technology Institute's world-renowned Operator Performance Laboratory! With its cutting-edge flight test outfit, OPL stands in a league of its own, setting the standard for flight testing globally. During the tour, I had the pleasure of meeting OPL's Director, Tom Schnell, to discuss aviation in Iowa and AI research. I visited the job site of Slabach Enterprises and Modern Cooperative Telephone Company, where we discussed rural broadband connectivity and the pivotal role of fiber optics in Iowa. Our local fiber optic companies are committed to ensuring their last mile does not exclude our rural homes. I met with Mediapolis representatives after I secured $2 million in federal funds for upgrades to the city’s wastewater treatment facility. Exciting things happening in this community! I met with Fairfield City Officials to discuss the city's forward-thinking initiatives and budgeting strategies amidst inflationary challenges caused by Bidenomics. Veterans Roundtable with Rep. Maloy (UT-02) I attended a veterans roundtable with Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) where we discussed all the issues our nations heroes are dealing with. Whether it's fighting for better military pay or improved VA care for those who've served, I'll always stand up for the brave men and women who protect our freedoms. Constituent Casework Since assuming office, my team has been busy assisting constituents with issues like veterans seeking VA care, travelers needing urgent passport help, taxpayers dealing with the IRS, and seniors facing problems with Social Security or Medicare. If you need assistance, don't hesitate to contact us. Here are some successful casework stories: My office was contacted by a constituent who was experiencing difficulties reaching the IRS regarding their 2022 tax return. In response, we promptly intervened and successfully facilitated the processing of their tax return amounting to $9,254.55, all within 30-days of initial outreach. A concerned constituent reached out to my office seeking assistance with their daughter's passport, which was urgently needed for an upcoming trip. Despite initial worries and doubts about the timeline, our swift intervention proved effective. Within just one week of initial contact, we successfully facilitated the issuance of their daughter's passport. Sincerely, Dr. Mariannette Miller-Meeks Be sure to follow me on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for more updates. ### Rep. Miller-Meeks | 1034 Longworth HOB, Washington, DC 20515 Unsubscribe [email protected] Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]