Support a ceasefire, hostage release, Gaza aid and a two-state solution

Jan Schakowsky supports congressional efforts to secure an immediate and lasting ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, release all remaining Hamas-held hostages, increase humanitarian assistance to Gaza, and take concrete steps toward a two-state solution. She says strong U.S. leadership should support a ceasefire and a long-term peace agreement, while recognizing that the United States cannot dictate the agreement’s terms.

Context: The statement sets out goals for congressional and U.S. diplomatic action but does not specify particular measures.

In their own words

I support efforts in Congress that will help obtain an immediate and lasting ceasefire

The source

Jan Schakowsky: congressional candidate questionnaire

Published: 10/21/2024
Retrieved: 11/11/2026