Congresswoman Ramirez Statement on H.Res 1449

Chicago, IL— Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) released the following statement:

“Antisemitism, Islamophobia, and all forms of hate and bigotry are interconnected. We must be able to name, identify, and stand against all forms of hateful, racist, and xenophobic sentiments. And so, I voted Yes for  H.Res 1449.

And, yet, we must oppose any legislation that codifies a definition of antisemitism that erodes our democratic rights to criticize the state or express dissent. We must advocate for legislation that upholds our shared humanity and calls for a commitment from elected officials and the media to reject using their influence to further spew bigotry and hate. We can start by bringing the Wadee Resolution for a vote in the House. It Passed the Senate; it’s time we do the same.”