This weekend, California Democratic Party delegates will be voting to endorse a candidate for U.S. Senate. I support
@BarbaraLeeForCA
because she is a singular voice of wisdom and courage that is desperately needed in this moment.
#CeasefireNOW
#ReleaseTheHostages
We're proud to announce Rep. Barbara Lee (
@barbaraleeforca
) has our endorsement for the U.S. Senate!
California voters: Get ready to shuffle to the left and glide to the primary polls and vote for Congresswoman Lee on March 5, 2024! ๐บ
#BarbaraLeeSpeaksForMe
Moving remarks from
@bakersfieldkaur
regarding Indian culpability in the Nijjar murder and threats against Sikhs in California. She truly speaks from the heart in her role as city councilwoman and as representative of the Sikh Sangat.
Powerful presentation from
@aishabbwahab
asking the Judiciary Committee to support civil rights bill
#SB403
, banning caste discrimination in California.
#EqualityForAll
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The Sangat's voice has been heard! The California Assembly just passed a resolution authored by
@AsmJasmeetBains
declaring the November 1984 anti-Sikh violence as genocide. It was a unanimous vote that honors all the lives lost & recognizes the suffering
This was the epic takedown of the night!
@BarbaraLeeForCA
exposes GOP Garvey and his on-stage patronizing re the crisis of the unhoused. If you come for Barbara Lee, you better not miss! Our next Senator fights, wins and gets things done.
#BarbaraLeeSpeaksForMe
#senateshowdown
#SB403
, the anti-caste discrimination bill, passed the California Senate today with an overwhelming majority. The vote proves what this diverse advocacy coalition has been saying from day one: California will no longer tolerate discrimination based on caste.
Powerful presentation from
@aishabbwahab
asking the Judiciary Committee to support civil rights bill
#SB403
, banning caste discrimination in California.
#EqualityForAll
โ๐พโ๐ฟโ๐ฝโ๐ผโ๐ป
BREAKING: California Sikh officials deliver joint letter to Congressional India & Sikh Caucuses regarding Nijjar murder, involvement of the Indian govt, & threats against the lives of American Sikh leaders & activists.
"Let us not wait until further loss of life before we act."
If it wasn't obvious immediately after Trudeau's initial statement, it is now. Secretary Blinken makes clear that the entire American political apparatus supports Canada, from White House, to diplomatic corps, to Congress. India's response has made it look amateurish and weak.
#SB403
just passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee UNANIMOUSLY!! Another overwhelming victory in the fight to end caste discrimination and ensure equality of opportunity for all Californians. Thank you to all the activists and Assemblymembers! โ๐ผโ๐ฝโ๐ฟโ๐พ
The US Congress has an India Caucus and a Sikh Caucus, their silence renders them irrelevant. Thankfully,
@Ilhan
is leading the way with this strong statement on human rights abuses by India and especially in Punjab right now.
Amazing UNANIMOUS BIPARTISAN VOTE from the CA Senate Judiciary Committee!! Supporting the courageous work of
@aishabbwahab
authoring
#SB403
to ban caste discrimination. A lot of work ahead to pass this bill but our collective voice was heard today. The world is watching. ๐๐พ
I see renewed interest in CA's anti-caste discrimination bill
#SB403
, especially folks asking why anyone would be opposed to a civil rights bill that stops people from denying jobs and other opportunities to a specific group. Let's get into that a bit.๐งต
Given the serious nature of the charges against the government of India by the Canadian Prime Minister and the similarity in foreign interference efforts by India in Canada and the US, it is imperative that the US Congressional India Caucus and Sikh Caucus make a statement...
"I don't see caste" is the latest version of "I don't see skin color". It's an attempt to suppress the idea that there is suffering all around you; you would prefer to ignore it over recognizing it. We are going to change the law in California because there should be equality of
Banning caste discrimination is not an attack on anyone.
Banning racial discrimination is not an attack on whites.
Banning sex discrimination is not an attack on men.
#SB403
is a civil rights bill for Californians
๐จLong thread๐จ...but needed to get this off my chest.
'Death squads' sounds like hyperbole BUT video evidence indicates 6 men fired 50 shots at Hardeep Nijjar outside a place of worship. The US govt must be transparent with Sikhs about who is making these credible threats. Our community requires this information to defend itself.
Another strong statement from the
@WhiteHouse
in full support of the Canadian government re the Nijjar murder. When will we hear from India Caucus Co-Chairs
@RepRoKhanna
@RepWaltzPress
and Sikh Caucus Chair
@RepDavidValadao
backing up their President and our closest ally.
This weekend, California Democratic Party delegates will be voting to endorse a candidate for U.S. Senate. I support
@BarbaraLeeForCA
because she is a singular voice of wisdom and courage that is desperately needed in this moment.
#CeasefireNOW
#ReleaseTheHostages
Another huge
#SB403
victory today as the CA Democratic Party endorses the anti-caste discrimination bill!...not a single opposition vote at our statewide meeting. In 2021, I authored and we passed a caste discrimination ban in our Bylaws; the Party is on the right side of history
๐งต
#SB403
anti-caste discrimination bill quickly passes Assembly Appropriations Committee today!
Thank you to all the community members that appeared in-person.๐๐พ
There is broad consensus from Dems, GOP, Labor, & civil rights leaders to ban caste discrimination in CA. โ๐ฟโ๐ฝโ๐พโ๐ปโ๐ผ
India is now arresting human rights lawyers and journalists, while blocking social media of anyone that voices dissent against mass arrests, indefinite detention, internet shutdown, and criminalizing protest.
US elected officials must use their voice to help preserve democracy
BREAKING | Human rights lawyer, Jaspal Singh
@manjhpur
, has been detained by Punjab Police in Ludhiana today.
He has been a longtime legal advocate for Sikh political prisoners and was documenting arrests during the current suppression of civil liberties and rights in Punjab.
Thank you to Santa Clara Dems
@SCCDP
for endorsing
#SB403
!๐๐พThe vote was 48-1. Also appreciate Chair Bill James for making space so that opposing voices could be heard with respect. This is an important first step for a diverse community with many voices that understand the
Few things to note here:
1. Indian govt representatives should not be invited to attend any Gurdwara but they should be welcome as a regular person.
2. Indian govt representatives should expect opposition from Sikhs if they are soliciting special treatment at a Gurdwara.
3. No
India urges U.K. to ensure security for diplomats after High Commissioner prevented from entering Gurdwara in Glasgow,
@janusmyth
reports in
@the_hindu
Have been on a lot of calls/texts today with American elected officials re Punjab, here's my recommendation to all: Every civic leader that believes in democratic values like freedom of speech and association must be prepared to advocate for them, even when it's an allied nation
For all the friends, family, and loved ones who can't be on campus in person to celebrate our Class of 2024, save this link to the Commencement livestream, hosted on YouTube!
#UCBerkeley
#CalGrad
The year on the calendar may change but
@BarbaraLeeForCA
never stops leading the way.
2001: The only vote in Congress against endless war.
2023: The only CA Senate candidate calling for ceasefire.
California and the nation needs this voice of wisdom and courage in the Senate.
I voted against invading Afghanistan & Iraq.
@AdamSchiff
voted to do so.
I consistently vote against the $886 billion & growing defense budget.
@katieporteroc
& Schiff vote for it.
Iโm calling for a ceasefire in the Middle East. Schiff & Porter are not.
My dear allies in the fight against caste discrimination: Our hearts may be heavy today with the news that SB 403 has been vetoed. However, through your amazing and unprecedented efforts we won this fight in the media, the Assembly, the Senate, civil rights organizations, bar
I see renewed interest in CA's anti-caste discrimination bill
#SB403
, especially folks asking why anyone would be opposed to a civil rights bill that stops people from denying jobs and other opportunities to a specific group. Let's get into that a bit.๐งต
If it wasn't obvious immediately after Trudeau's initial statement, it is now. Secretary Blinken makes clear that the entire American political apparatus supports Canada, from White House, to diplomatic corps, to Congress. India's response has made it look amateurish and weak.
International consensus continues to build re the investigation into India's role in the Nijjar murder. US Congressional Caucus Co-Chair
@RepRoKhanna
made a strong statement on
@democracynow
backing White House support for Canada and transparent cooperation by India.
NEW VIDEO of Canadian Conservative leader characterizing murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar as a 'disagreement' and calling for a 'professional relationship' despite India's implication in his murder.
@TimUppal
, as Conservative Party Deputy, do you agree with this new policy of
Since the media has not been doing a deep dive on this, let's be clear: This past weekend,
@RepRoKhanna
broke new ground re the US-India relationship.๐บ๐ธ๐ฎ๐ณ
1. Khanna called for free and open internet across India, a rebuke of Modi's repeated internet shutdowns. (see video)
2.
Sikh Delegates of CA have been advocating for national leaders to take a stand against India's ongoing violations of human rights and democratic norms in Punjab. We've called on Cong. India Caucus and Sikh Caucus to make strong statements. Read our statement below for an update.
India shuts down the internet more than any other nation and now has a criminal prohibition on gatherings of more than four people. Calling India a democracy has now moved from irony to farce. Appreciate
@AsmJasmeetBains
for being clear about this.
The Indian Government has cut off internet access and free communication for nearly 30 million people in Punjab as they attempt to arrest one man. These are the tactics of regimes in North Korea and Russia. They have no place in a functioning Democracy.
Let's be clear: The Prime Minister of Canada is discussing the role of Modi and the Indian government in murdering a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil. This comes after previous statements from the Canadian govt that India was engaged in election interference. Get tough, Canada.
BREAKING | PM
@JustinTrudeau
confirms today in Parliament that Canadian intelligence believes that the Indian state was involved in the unprecedented assassination of Canadian Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil.
Trudeau called extrajudicial actions by India a serious
International consensus continues to build re the investigation into India's role in the Nijjar murder. US Congressional Caucus Co-Chair
@RepRoKhanna
made a strong statement on
@democracynow
backing White House support for Canada and transparent cooperation by India.
Another strong statement from the
@WhiteHouse
in full support of the Canadian government re the Nijjar murder. When will we hear from India Caucus Co-Chairs
@RepRoKhanna
@RepWaltzPress
and Sikh Caucus Chair
@RepDavidValadao
backing up their President and our closest ally.
Pro-Modi/BJP tweeters keep asserting a troubling narrative about the 1984 Genocide of Sikhs, so let's address it.
The genocide was NOT a project of any political party ALONE. It was a government-enabled (led by the Congress Party) and supported campaign of violence by those with
The Sangat's voice has been heard! The California Assembly just passed a resolution authored by
@AsmJasmeetBains
declaring the November 1984 anti-Sikh violence as genocide. It was a unanimous vote that honors all the lives lost & recognizes the suffering
.
@BarbaraLeeForCA
is getting a human rights bump as Californians are being reminded who has a history of what and who has the guts to speak the truth right now.
We all deserve a voice of courage and wisdom in the Senate.
#BarbaraLeeSpeaksForMe
.
Just read
@latimes
article re CA Senate race that discusses progressive values. It quotes (checks notes) 3 white males (two corporate Democrats and a Republican). To all political reporters: zero actual progressives think Schiff is progressive. Talk to progressive women and poc!
As a Democrat in California, my sincere appreciation to
@Senlaphonza
for agreeing that it is a basic function of government to understand whether military aid is being used to violate the human rights of the innocent.๐๐พ
The eleven Senators who voted *against rejecting* Bernie Sanders' resolution to direct the State Department to submit a report to Congress regarding allegations of human rights violations by the Israeli government:
California Dems, including women, immigrants, & people of color, have made it clear that we deserve a progressive leader in the US Senate. We do not need another pale stale corp male in DC.
โ
@BarbaraLeeForCA
โ
@KatiePorterOC
โ
@RoKhanna
โ
@adamschiff
Left side: A ridiculously gullible and out of touch US official with no regard for human rights or religious freedom.
Right side: Objective information about the human rights train wreck that is Modi and India.
Raimondo on Modi: โHe is unbelievable, visionary and his level of commitment to the people of India is just indescribable and deep and passionate and real and authentic." This is shockingly gullible.
SF DA also urges anyone delayed by Gandhi's 1930 Salt March or King's 1965 Selma-Montgomery March to please make a report. Both marches were unpermitted and inconvenient protests in the fight for fundamental human rights. You may be entitled to restitution.
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins is urging anyone delayed by protests that shut down the Golden Gate Bridge on Monday to file a report to authorities because they may be victims of false imprisonment and entitled to restitution.
Wow. Just wow! Epic movement song from India to the US. Energy like this will power the organizing for
#SB403
and help end caste discrimination in California.
#JaiBhim
Thank you Jassa Bilga, Rajbir Ganger, Mani Chouhan!
@AshokaEntertain
Amazing UNANIMOUS BIPARTISAN VOTE from the CA Senate Judiciary Committee!! Supporting the courageous work of
@aishabbwahab
authoring
#SB403
to ban caste discrimination. A lot of work ahead to pass this bill but our collective voice was heard today. The world is watching. ๐๐พ
A ridiculously out-of-touch, naive, and incompetent set of remarks by
@SecRaimondo
. She needs to sit down with her counterparts at
@StateDept
@USCIRF
to educate herself on Modi's rampant oppression of Christians, Hindus, Sikhs and Muslims in India. No high ranking elected
Left side: A ridiculously gullible and out of touch US official with no regard for human rights or religious freedom.
Right side: Objective information about the human rights train wreck that is Modi and India.
This just warms my heart. The celebration of those that know their voices have been heard and that we are one step closer to the California legislature banning caste discrimination against our siblings.
#SB403
Amazing UNANIMOUS BIPARTISAN VOTE from the CA Senate Judiciary Committee!! Supporting the courageous work of
@aishabbwahab
authoring
#SB403
to ban caste discrimination. A lot of work ahead to pass this bill but our collective voice was heard today. The world is watching. ๐๐พ
Banning caste discrimination is not an attack on anyone.
Banning racial discrimination is not an attack on whites.
Banning sex discrimination is not an attack on men.
#SB403
is a civil rights bill for Californians
๐จLong thread๐จ...but needed to get this off my chest.
I see renewed interest in CA's anti-caste discrimination bill
#SB403
, especially folks asking why anyone would be opposed to a civil rights bill that stops people from denying jobs and other opportunities to a specific group. Let's get into that a bit.๐งต
When India is facing charges of killing Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil then in similar case of Jamal Khashoggi saudi journalist who was killed in saudi consulate in Turkey in 2018
A square is named after him in front of Saudi consulate in Los Angeles,US
Gorgeous sunset last night in Yuba City as the community prepared to host 200-300k for the annual Nagar Kirtan. If you have never experienced it, get there today or put it in your calendar for next year. All are welcome, amazing food is free, and so is the hospitality. There is
CA Dem Party Chair
@rustyhicks
just declared that he will investigate and punish any Delegate that broke the Code of Conduct to stand with the
#CeasefireNOW
Convention shutdown.
Progressive delegates responding to this attempt to target our courageous siblings๐๐พ๐๐ฝ๐๐ฟ๐๐ผ
On Thanksgiving, I am grateful that
@BarbaraLeeforCA
stood on the CA Dem Party Convention stage with everything on the line and did not hesitate to speak out for universal human rights just as she has her entire career.
@RepBarbaraLee
never stops fighting for us; and that's why
This weekend, California Democratic Party delegates will be voting to endorse a candidate for U.S. Senate. I support
@BarbaraLeeForCA
because she is a singular voice of wisdom and courage that is desperately needed in this moment.
#CeasefireNOW
#ReleaseTheHostages
Ho, hum, another slow news day. Just the US Dept of Justice National Security Division declaring that Indian spies conspired to murder Sikhs in America and actually got it done in Canada.
Justice Department Announces Charges in Connection with Foiled Plot to Assassinate U.S. Citizen in New York City
Indian Government Employee Directed a Plot from India to Murder U.S.-Based Leader of Sikh Separatist Movement
The
#SB403
victories keep piling up! Passed the California Assembly today 50-3! Now the bill goes back to the Senate for a wrap up vote and then on to the Governor's desk. The amazing national coalition of civil rights groups keeps getting it done! ๐๐พ๐๐พ
Another huge
#SB403
victory today as the CA Democratic Party endorses the anti-caste discrimination bill!...not a single opposition vote at our statewide meeting. In 2021, I authored and we passed a caste discrimination ban in our Bylaws; the Party is on the right side of history
Thank you
@aishabbwahab
for your moral courage and persistence in the fight to pass
#SB403
. Our appreciation also to your staff for all that they have had to endure from some opponents to the bill. You have all been under a lot of pressure and we see you.
#SB403
, the anti-caste discrimination bill, passed the California Senate today with an overwhelming majority. The vote proves what this diverse advocacy coalition has been saying from day one: California will no longer tolerate discrimination based on caste.
Long๐งต!
I endorsed
@BarbaraLeeForCA
for Senate because she is the most progressive candidate in the race with a unique lived experience that deserves representation.
Already sick of ridiculous arguments that
@AdamSchiff
is progressive. No actual progressives in CA believe that.
Just read
@latimes
article re CA Senate race that discusses progressive values. It quotes (checks notes) 3 white males (two corporate Democrats and a Republican). To all political reporters: zero actual progressives think Schiff is progressive. Talk to progressive women and poc!
From the 'Duh, that's obvious' file, you can't be an Assembly candidate and also Chair of the California Democratic Party with unitary authority to make statewide decisions; ie, you can't run two campaigns at once. It's a conflict and an FPPC violation. Resign
@rustyhicks
.
Huge news out of California!
@CNNSotu
breaks news that
@RoKhanna
is endorsing
@BarbaraLeeForCA
to be our next US Senator. Not just that, he's showing his commitment by Co-Chairing her campaign. Check out his thread.
๐งตMy response to Indian Americans in Congress statement re India's plot to assassinate US Sikhs.
First, it's a good first step that Bera, Raja, Shri even put their name on a statement with a critical word re India. Fairly sure we can thank Khanna and Jayapal for that.
Excellent original reporting from
@BaazNewsOrg
. Exactly what we need in the Sikh and Punjabi diaspora.
Recommendations to Gurdwara Committees worldwide:
1) Do not invite Indian Government officials to any Gurdwara;
2) Indian Government officials that arrive on their own should
Opinion | What Really Happened At The Glasgow Gurdwara Protest
"Having failed to keep this visit concealed and ignoring the views of their own Sangat members, a select group from the Gurdwara committee...formed a welcoming party for the Ambassador."
๐
๐งตSikhs are gathering in Sacramento on 3/31 to raise their voice on independence in Punjab. There will be a lot of media coverage; most good but some foreign propaganda. I published this opinion piece to set the record straight beforehand. Link & thread๐๐พ
๐งตMy response to Indian Americans in Congress statement re India's plot to assassinate US Sikhs.
First, it's a good first step that Bera, Raja, Shri even put their name on a statement with a critical word re India. Fairly sure we can thank Khanna and Jayapal for that.
Hey,
@StateDept
@SecBlinken
,
@amnesty
is providing you with specific "credible information" of a "gross human rights violation" by Israel using US munitions. Leahy Law requires that you investigate and report to the
@WhiteHouse
@DeptofDefense
. So, do your damn job asap.
A new investigation by Amnesty International has found US-made Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) were used by the Israeli military in two deadly, unlawful air strikes on homes full of civilians in the occupied Gaza Strip.
What?
@AdamSchiff
is now doing interviews saying he's 'progressive'!๐คฌ Well, if he's going to tell jokes๐คก, his video needs a laugh track and a corporate ๐ฐ contributor list. Happy to do that for him.๐ซฑ๐ฝโ๐ซฒ๐ป
I see renewed interest in CA's anti-caste discrimination bill
#SB403
, especially folks asking why anyone would be opposed to a civil rights bill that stops people from denying jobs and other opportunities to a specific group. Let's get into that a bit.๐งต
To
@RepDavidValadao
:
Many US officials have spoken on the Nijjar murder but, as Chair of the Sikh Caucus, it is unacceptable for you to be silent while Sikhs in Canada and the US raise security issues. There are many Sikhs in your district that are watching and waiting.
If it wasn't obvious immediately after Trudeau's initial statement, it is now. Secretary Blinken makes clear that the entire American political apparatus supports Canada, from White House, to diplomatic corps, to Congress. India's response has made it look amateurish and weak.
It takes a lot of guts and amazing organizing skills to come out on top against three big names and a ton of money in Sacramento politics. Huge respect to
@Flo4Sacramento
and her allies that made this happen. Let's do it again in November!
Run,
@RaviBhalla
, run! Now, more than ever, Sikhs need representation in Congress. It's long past past time to send one of our own to DC and Ravi would be a fine Representative. Let's get this done, New Jersey!
#HobokenProud
#CaliforniaVibes
Big: Hoboken Mayor
@RaviBhalla
is considering a Democratic primary campaign in NJ's 8th congressional district against Rep.
@RobMenendez4NJ
, Bob Menendez's son.
The younger Menendez has stood by his father despite the federal charges against him
To summarize today's events re India's global Sikh transnational repression and assassination program:
@theintercept
@ryangrim
@MazMHussain
published article re secret India memo on 'sophisticated crackdown' against Sikhs in Canada and US. Two months later one Canadian Sikh
Thank you, Sikh Caucus Chairs
@RepDavidValadao
@RepMGS
, for standing with the Sikh community and against this assassination conspiracy implicating Indian govt agents. Looking forward to hear from your colleagues, India Caucus Co-Chairs
@RepRoKhanna
@RepWaltzPress
.
Today in...
Canada: Call for public independent investigation into Hardeep Singh Nijjar murder.
UK: Call for inquiry into death of Avtar Singh Khanda.
USA: Unprecedented coalition of allies to Sikh community call for investigation into transnational repression by Indian govt.
Amazing solidarity by allies against Indian government violence and intimidation in North America. We are unstoppable together. โ๐พโ๐ฟโ๐ฝโ๐ปโ๐ผ
Thank you
@Hindus4HR
@MuslimsForJF
@adc
@solidarity_is
@BldingMovement
& many others. ๐๐พ
Full statement:
So, the right wing South Asians, upset that some Congressional Representatives speak out against human rights violations in India, started a South Asian Caucus committed to silence on India's recent violence against Muslims, Christians, and Sikhs. No person that cares about human
I understand that there is a meeting today of this other South Asian Caucus but they are not going to include South Asian Muslims or Christians.
@RepShriThanedar
, please confirm or deny.
Sikhs are not going to be fooled by this divide and rule colonialist garbage mentality.
#SB403
โ๐ผโ๐พโ๐ฟโ๐ฝ It has been my honor to organize with oppressed communities fighting for equal rights in California. The joy & solidarity in the halls and outside the Capitol was overwhelming. After a big win in Judiciary, I expect broad bipartisan support on the Assembly floor.
#SB403
just passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee UNANIMOUSLY!! Another overwhelming victory in the fight to end caste discrimination and ensure equality of opportunity for all Californians. Thank you to all the activists and Assemblymembers! โ๐ผโ๐ฝโ๐ฟโ๐พ
๐งตUPDATE: On his first day as Assembly candidate,
@rustyhicks
emails Party delegates announcing that he used Party funds for his approved attorney to tell the Party there is no conflict of interest in simultaneously running the Party's campaign account & his own Assembly account.
From the 'Duh, that's obvious' file, you can't be an Assembly candidate and also Chair of the California Democratic Party with unitary authority to make statewide decisions; ie, you can't run two campaigns at once. It's a conflict and an FPPC violation. Resign
@rustyhicks
.
The resolution now goes to the Senate where it will be voted on as a joint resolution. It significantly expands the 2015 resolution authored by Asm. Cooper, which did not include the word 'genocide' in the text due to questions from legislative counsel.
#SB403
, the anti-caste discrim bill, is a leading progressive issue in CA for workers, POC, students, & women - poised to set a natl civil rights standard. After an 8-0 win in Senate Judiciary & 34-1 win on the Senate floor, will it be a unanimous win in Assembly Judiciary too?
I am proud to endorse
@BarbaraLeeForCA
for US Senate. This video says it all; she is a woman of character with the lived experience and proven courage that we need in a Senate that has nobody like her.
She has a corporate free campaign so we need your small dollar contributions!
Today I am proud to announce my candidacy for U.S. Senate. Iโve never backed down from doing whatโs right. And I never will. Californians deserve a strong, progressive leader who has delivered real change.
#BarbaraLeeSpeaksForMe
Make sure you vote today, California!!
1๏ธโฃYou have to vote for
@BarbaraLeeForCA
twice!!
2๏ธโฃDrop off the ballot at the post office or go to a voting center before 8pm today.
Happy Election Day, California! ๐ณ๏ธ
Stand up for progress, peace, and justice, and vote Barbara Lee for US Senate twice TODAY!
Return your mail-in ballot or vote in person by 8 pm. Visit to find locations near you.
RT once you've cast yours!
Canada's national security apparatus makes clear that India is interfering in political and legislative processes. The same efforts are expanding in the US. It is imperative that we remain vigilant against foreign actors like Russia, China, and India infecting American politics.
First,
#SB403
simply affirms that in CA we believe in equality of all, regardless of religion, race, sex, etc...and now caste. It permits those that are discriminated against to file a lawsuit in the same way as racial discrimination.
If you're a South Asian invited to the White House for Diwali, read
@arjunsethi81
's thread and reconsider. Being an ally means standing up for others just as you would expect them to stand up for you. There are no amount of samosas and jalebis that are worth your integrity.
This weekend, California Democratic Party delegates will be voting to endorse a candidate for U.S. Senate. I support
@BarbaraLeeForCA
because she is a singular voice of wisdom and courage that is desperately needed in this moment.
#CeasefireNOW
#ReleaseTheHostages
Schiff on Monday: I have good foreign relations experience.
Schiff on Tuesday: South Africa's ICJ case to stop needless death in Palestine is 'disgusting,' 'unfounded', 'defamatory,' 'without any basis in fact.'
Schiff has one of the worst foreign policy records in Congress.
Democrats across the nation, learn this lesson; AIPAC will never be satisfied.
@DaveMinCA
is endorsed by
@CAJewishCaucus
and condemned Hamas but he is still being attacked. Don't let them take you out one-by-one. Come together, defend each other, or you may be next on their
NEW | United Democracy Project, the AIPAC-affiliated Super PAC, is booking TV ads in CA-47 ($260k on cable so far per
@AdImpact_Pol
). Yesterday they reported direct mail spend targeting Democrat Dave Min, who faces Joanna Weiss (D) and Scott Baugh (R) in the open seat primary.
Dear
@GavinNewsom
,
Justice delayed is justice denied. For twenty years the caste equity civil rights movement has worked relentlessly to make caste discrimination illegal. We cannot afford to wait any longer. Please
#SignSB403
and free Californians from caste.
#SB403
The
#SB403
victories keep piling up! Passed the California Assembly today 50-3! Now the bill goes back to the Senate for a wrap up vote and then on to the Governor's desk. The amazing national coalition of civil rights groups keeps getting it done! ๐๐พ๐๐พ
Given the serious nature of the charges against the government of India by the Canadian Prime Minister and the similarity in foreign interference efforts by India in Canada and the US, it is imperative that the US Congressional India Caucus and Sikh Caucus make a statement...
Let's be clear: The Prime Minister of Canada is discussing the role of Modi and the Indian government in murdering a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil. This comes after previous statements from the Canadian govt that India was engaged in election interference. Get tough, Canada.
Thank you,
@RepBarbaraLee
, for standing with Canada and the Sikh community. You have always been a steadfast ally and reliable voice for fundamental human rights around the world.
I'm deeply concerned over allegations that Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar was murdered by the Indian government, especially in light of rising threats to the Sikh community.
I support a full investigation to hold the perpetrators accountable & bring justice to his family.
Opponents object mostly based on a few main points:
โThe bill only applies to Hindus.
โ
#SB403
does not target Hinduism in any way. Since Sikhs, Muslims, Christians, and many other groups also have a caste problem, the bill calls for equality, regardless of religion.
"Yes, I am a coward." Far down in this article regarding massive propaganda from India, a remarkable admission; a sitting Member of the Canadian Parliament refuses to speak with Canada's largest newspaper because it prints articles, not video. Stunning.
Look at these progressive heroes supporting
#TheTroublemakersSlate
! โ๐พโ๐ผโ๐ฝ
Hey, L.A., we need your vote on Saturday at 5:30pm, @ JWM Marriott to defend the conscience of the CADem Party! We must ensure
#NoFossilFuelMoney
in
@ProgCaucusCDP
.
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