Members of Alabama’s federal delegation commemorated Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance Day on Monday while also voicing their continued support for Israel in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Yom HaShoah, also called Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance Day, is an annual Jewish day of remembrance for those who lost their lives during the holocaust and the resistance against the genocide.
Support for the Jewish people has been volatile in the U.S. since Oct. 7, 2023, after Hamas launched an attack against Israel, killing and wounding hundreds while kidnapping dozens more.
Support for Israel has not waned in Congress, however, especially amongst Alabama’s congressional delegation, who have stayed vehemently pro-Israel and even escalated support since the attacks of Oct. 7 and the subsequent anti-Israel protests.
In acknowledgment of Yom HaShoah, most of Alabama’s federal delegation took the chance to express solidarity with Israel while many bashed the current anti-Israel sentiments that seem to be picking up steam:
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn)
This Yom HaShoah, or Holocaust Remembrance Day, we pause to remember the millions of men, women, & children who were Holocaust victims.
— Coach Tommy Tuberville (@SenTuberville) May 6, 2024
Antisemitism has NO PLACE in our society. Now, more than ever, we choose to remember these atrocities so we can ensure it NEVER happens again.
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery)
This Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the memory of the 6 million Jews murdered by the Nazi reign of terror.
— Senator Katie Boyd Britt (@SenKatieBritt) May 6, 2024
As Americans, we’ve pledged since then, “Never Again.” Today, that promise is being tested like never before, and not just overseas.
Let us all recommit to standing…
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise)
On this Holocaust Remembrance Day, we stand with Israel and the Jewish people to declare that #NeverAgainIsNow
— Rep. Barry Moore (@RepBarryMoore) May 6, 2024
U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville)
This Holocaust Remembrance Day, we pause to remember the six million Jewish men, women, and children killed by the Nazis.
— Dale W. Strong (@RepDaleStrong) May 6, 2024
After these atrocities, the world said, "Never Again." Not now, not ever.
U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover)
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember and honor the 6 million Jews murdered by the Nazis.
— Gary Palmer (@USRepGaryPalmer) May 6, 2024
Especially at a time where we are seeing antisemitism rise, we must stand with the Jewish people and remember our promise of "Never Again." #NeverAgainIsNow.
U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville)
This Holocaust Remembrance Day, please take a moment to remember the six million Jews murdered by the Nazi regime for simply existing.
— Robert Aderholt (@Robert_Aderholt) May 6, 2024
The attacks on October 7 by Hamas are a poignant reminder of the persecution our Jewish friends continue to face.
U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks)
Today, we honor the memory of the 6 million souls lost in the Holocaust. Today, we stand with our Jewish brothers and sisters against rampant antisemitism. Today, we reaffirm the pledge of “Never Again.” pic.twitter.com/sCe3AiFOIa
— Mike Rogers (@RepMikeRogersAL) May 6, 2024
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