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Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Alameda proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of Alameda to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Councilmembers, I am writing to call upon the longstanding spirit of activism and social justice that breathes in the heart of Berkeley, urging you to draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States. This resolution should: 1- Demand an immediate CEASEFIRE. 2- Demand immediate safe passage for substantial humanitarian aid to Gazans who have little to no food, water, fuel or medical supplies to save the almost 20,000 Palestinians injured (at the time of this writing); 3- Call for an immediate end to all existing and any future U.S. military aid and support to Israel; US taxpayer dollars that go to Israel in the form of $3.8 billion in military “aid” per year are being used to further harm and kill Palestinians. 4 - Call for an end to Israeli apartheid, the siege, the occupation and blockade of Palestinian land by Israeli military forces; and the systematic harassment of the Palestinian people, including stealing of land, burning of farms, and regular arrests of ordinary civilians. 5 - Call for the immediate release of the approximately 3000 Palestinians who have been arrested in Israel (about 1500 people), including in Jerusalem, and the West Bank (another 1500 people) since Oct. 7th and the approximately 220 Israeli hostages held by Hamas. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. The numbers of displaced Palestinians with no homes to return to, could be as high as half a million people. Berkeley, with its illustrious legacy of pioneering social justice movements, holds a responsibility to be at the vanguard of national calls for justice. Berkeley has been the crucible where powerful movements were forged; from the Free Speech Movement of the 1960s, to being one of the first cities in the US to divest from companies doing business with the apartheid regime in South Africa. These histories reflect our enduring commitment to global justice and liberation, and advocacy for the voiceless and oppressed. On Tuesday, October 24, our neighbors at the Richmond City Council exemplified moral leadership by passing a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. Inspired by their boldness, it is imperative that Berkeley continues its anti-apartheid and anti settler colonialism legacy by standing against the shadows of genocidal apartheid regimes. Thank you for your attention and commitment to making a difference. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Cupertino proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of Cupertino to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Fremont proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon Fremont to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Newark proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of Newark to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Councilmembers, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance and activism that our beloved city of Oakland proudly embodies, urging you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. Oakland has long stood at the forefront of global movements for justice and peace, and history can attest to that. Congressman Ron Dellums, who subsequently became the mayor of Oakland from 2007-2011, pioneered the Comprehensive Anti-Apartheid Act, calling for an end to apartheid in South Africa. This is a piece of history that the city of Oakland and the United States can be proud of for generations. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon Oakland to carry out the anti-apartheid legacy it already has and once again take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you.

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Palo Alto proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of Palo Alto to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Sacramento proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of Sacramento to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of San Francisco proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of San Francisco to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of San Jose proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the city of San Jose to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of San Leandro proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of San Leandro to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Santa Clara proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon Santa Clara to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Saratoga proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of Saratoga to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Fremont proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon Fremont to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,

Dear Council Members, I am writing to call upon the rich history of resistance, activism, and diversity that our beloved city of Union City proudly embodies, and urge you to 1) draft and pass a formal resolution in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, who are being subject to ethnic cleansing and genocide by the Israeli state backed by the United States, and to 2) demand a CEASEFIRE NOW. Already, over 8000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli airstrikes, with more than half of these being women and children. I also find hope in the calls to action from Jewish allies when they say: “‘Never Again’, means never again for anyone”, and this heartwarming solidarity they have displayed with pro-Palestinian voices. As you may have heard, on Tuesday, October 24, Richmond City Council boldly passed a resolution standing against genocide in Gaza, making it the first U.S. city to stand on the right side of history on this critical issue. We are now calling upon the City of Union City to take a firm stance against a genocidal apartheid regime. We can set a powerful precedent to hopefully lead a wave of solidarity across the nation. Thank you. Sincerely,