Why Congressman Moulton’s Apology Must Be Accompanied By Action
Earlier
this week, MA Congressman Seth Moulton (D-6th District) became the lone
Democratic lawmaker to place
his support behind H. Res 907
which blamed the Chinese government for the COVID-19 crisis. Over a dozen
Republican members of Congress joined him.
We condemn the ill-conceived and ill-timed resolution. H. Res 907 puts at risk the dignity and well being of AAPIs in the US and abroad just as our communities are experiencing escalating hostilities including verbal and physical attacks as bigots and racists look for a scapegoat for COVID-19.
We demand elected officials refrain from exploiting a global pandemic for the purpose of staking a foreign policy claim.
In the wake of a significant backlash, Congressman Moulton recently released a statement withdrawing his name from the resolution and offered an apology. While his withdrawal of support for the resolution is significant, he must work to convince remaining co-signers to do the same. Just as he led the drive to round up co-sponsors, he must lead the drive to recall the resolution and mitigate the harm, injury and distress he’s inflicted upon our communities.
Otherwise, the Congressman can keep his apology
We condemn the ill-conceived and ill-timed resolution. H. Res 907 puts at risk the dignity and well being of AAPIs in the US and abroad just as our communities are experiencing escalating hostilities including verbal and physical attacks as bigots and racists look for a scapegoat for COVID-19.
We demand elected officials refrain from exploiting a global pandemic for the purpose of staking a foreign policy claim.
In the wake of a significant backlash, Congressman Moulton recently released a statement withdrawing his name from the resolution and offered an apology. While his withdrawal of support for the resolution is significant, he must work to convince remaining co-signers to do the same. Just as he led the drive to round up co-sponsors, he must lead the drive to recall the resolution and mitigate the harm, injury and distress he’s inflicted upon our communities.
Otherwise, the Congressman can keep his apology
The Asian American Commission of the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts was created by legislation on October 29, 2006.
This Commission recognizes that the Asian American community is the fastest
growing minority group in Massachusetts. The goal of the AAC is to recognize,
as well as highlight, the vital contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific
Islanders to the social, cultural, economic, and political life of the
Commonwealth. Additionally, the AAC is involved in identifying and addressing
the various needs and challenges that currently face the Asian American and
Pacific Islander communities. The Commission provides a permanent, effective
voice for Asian Americans, and is comprised of 21 diverse members who are
appointed by the Governor, Attorney General, Auditor, Senate President, Speaker
of the House of Representatives, Secretary of State, and the Treasurer.
For
more information on the Asian American Commission please visit http://www.aacommission.org/
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