“Let’s be clear. A vote for this bill would further support the ethnic cleansing of Palestinians,” said Rashida Tlaib.

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    The bill passed 231 to 189, with 16 Democrats joining Republicans in voting “yes.” The Democrats who voted in favor represent some of the most extremist pro-Israel Democrats in the House, as well as some of the most conservative in the caucus, including Representatives Ritchie Torres (New York) and Josh Gottheimer (New Jersey).

    It’s too bad I’m already boycotting Israeli products so I can’t double-boycott them for this bullshit.

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    WTH? The House can’t pass a budget or deal with any of the other pressing issues but they have time for THIS?

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    I thought it was like the EU policy of labeling them as made in Israeli settlements; turns out it was the opposite, which… Makes sense now that I think about it.

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      Don’t forget Made in China. Where can I buy something that doesn’t promote genocide?