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Araiza, Fatima From: Flores, Gaston Sent: Thursday, November 30, 2023 2:18 PM To: eComment Subject: FW: Contact the City Council Submission From: notify@proudcity.com <notify@proudcity.com> Sent: Thursday, November 30, 2023 1:25 PM To: Flores, Gaston <GFlores@santa-ana.org> Subject: Contact the City Council Submission Name Karen M Address SANTA ANA, California 92705 United States Map It Who is this message for? • Mayor Valerie Amezcua • Mayor Pro Tern Jessie Lopez • Councilmember Thai Viet Phan • Councilmember David Penaloza • Councilmember Phil Bacerra Comments or questions As a resident of Santa Ana, it was deeply unsettling to come across the proposed anti -Israel resolution set for a vote at the upcoming Santa Ana City Council meeting. This resolution, in its one-sided approach, relies on several false narratives, placing the entire blame for the current conflict on Israel as it defends itself against Hamas terrorists. These terrorists openly aim to destroy Israel and commit genocide against its citizens and Jews globally. While the loss of life is tragic wherever it occurs, it's essential to recognize that none of those lives would have been lost if Hamas hadn't initiated the massacre, rape, and kidnapping of innocent civilians on October 7, individuals who were simply going about their lives. The resolution fails to acknowledge this reality. Moreover, this resolution does nothing to contribute to the well-being of the people in Gaza, who have endured nearly two decades of forceful rule by Hamas. The organization has diverted resources from its own people to pursue a destructive campaign against Israel. If Hamas chose peace and encouraged its population to live harmoniously with Israel, Gaza could potentially thrive. Approving this biased resolution won't foster peace or tolerance; instead, it risks exacerbating the hate and antisemitism already evident in our community. It's disheartening to witness locally elected officials contributing to this environment when they are sworn to combat bias and all forms of hate. his issue hits close to home for me, as I have family in Israel, and the constant fear for their safety weighs heavily on my mind. The rise of antisemitism is not just a distant concern; it's a threat that directly affects our well-being here. By endorsing a resolution that leans towards falsehoods and promotes extreme hate, we risk further exacerbating the already challenging atmosphere we face. I believe in the power of understanding, compassion, and genuine dialogue to bridge divides. Let's work towards a solution that fosters peace and unity rather than contributing to the tensions that put our community at risk.