TRENTON, NJ – Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer, representing Gloucester, has introduced a resolution in the New Jersey Assembly demanding Hamas’s surrender to cease the civilian bloodshed in Gaza. The resolution, titled AR204, comes as a counter to progressive calls for Israel to agree to a permanent ceasefire in the Middle East.
Sawyer’s resolution asserts that Hamas, recognized as a terrorist organization by many countries, including the United States, is responsible for the ongoing conflict and civilian casualties in Gaza. The resolution accuses Hamas of misusing resources intended for the people of Gaza and conducting terrorist activities from hospitals, schools, and residential areas, leading to civilian harm.
Sawyer, whose term in the assembly is concluding, stated that the resolution reflects her support for the people she represents and her stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. This resolution is her second legislative effort related to the conflict, emphasizing Hamas’s accountability and the need for their surrender to prevent further loss of life.
As Sawyer concludes her legislative career, she hopes this resolution will inspire her colleagues to recognize and address the actions of Hamas in the ongoing conflict. The resolution highlights the complexities of the Israel-Hamas war and the differing perspectives within the United States on how to approach peace and stability in the region.