John,

Yesterday, a heart-wrenching and tragic event struck Gaza. Israel carried out an operation aided by US intelligence that succeeded in rescuing four hostages, but it came at an unbearably high price: nearly 300 Palestinians were brutally murdered, and countless others injured, as Israeli forces infiltrated and raided the Nuseirat refugee camp.

Each life lost in this conflict, whether Israeli or Palestinian, is a profound and irreplaceable tragedy. The continued violence only drives us further from the peace we all yearn for.

Unconfirmed reports suggest that the US-constructed temporary pier in Gaza, intended for humanitarian aid, was used during this operation. While the US denies these claims and says only intelligence aid was provided, an independent investigation is crucial to uncover the true extent of the actions taken and their impact on innocent civilians. We cannot allow for any more US complicity in this inhumanity.

As many of you know, I have been an unwavering advocate for peace since the beginning of this conflict. I have consistently called for a permanent ceasefire because I believe true security can only be achieved through dialogue, understanding, and a commitment to coexistence.

Unlike my opponent, Jimmy Gomez, I have refused money from AIPAC and other pro-Israel lobbying groups. Jimmy, however, has taken over $250,000 from these groups and has refused to support a congressional resolution calling for a ceasefire.

Jimmy Gomez's actions speak volumes. He voted to send billions of dollars in military aid to Israel, fully aware that American weapons and munitions are being used to perpetuate genocide. The bombs that fell on Gaza last week that burned children and killed families were American bombs – an unambiguous violation of US and international law.

The military support that enabled such operations comes from the aid that Jimmy Gomez voted for. This makes him and the other "leaders" in Congress complicit in the ongoing violence and the loss of innocent lives.

I believe in a two-state solution and recognize that the relentless offensive from Israel only moves us further from achieving lasting peace. While I am relieved that the four hostages were rescued, we cannot ignore the devastating cost of hundreds of Palestinian lives. This disproportionate response shows a blatant disregard for Palestinian lives and highlights the urgent need for a new approach to achieving peace and security for all.

I stand for peace, dialogue, and the dignity of all people in the region. I understand that every life is precious and that we must strive for a solution that values and protects everyone.

This is the clear distinction between Jimmy Gomez and me: I stand for peace and the well-being of all, while he supports policies that perpetuate violence and division.

I need your support now more than ever to help me defeat Jimmy Gomez and remove AIPAC-backed, war-promoting members from office. Please stand with me as I fight for a future where American foreign policy prioritizes peace, human rights, and justice.

Your contribution, your voice, and your vote are crucial in this battle for a more just and peaceful world.

Will you stand with me today by making a donation of $25, $50, $100, or any amount that's in your budget?

Together, we can make a difference and pave the way for lasting peace. We need voices in Congress who are not afraid to stand up and say #CEASEFIRENOW!

It’s time for us,

David Kim