Mariam Malik

Human-just like you | Ravenclaw | Progressive Foreign Policy person | Views are my own

[Keane Bhatt @KeaneBhatt]

CPC Chair @RepCasar, Deputy Chair @Ilhan Omar and @USProgressives on the historic vote by a majority of House Democrats to block $3 billion in weapons to Israel

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Despite promises of “efficiency,” Congress is set to increase Pentagon spending by $150B through budget reconciliation.

That includes billions for delayed submarines and missile systems experts say won’t work instead of for our families.

Learn more:
🔗 https://t.co/5Ndc9PRq2t

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Trump’s new spending bill isn’t “clean”—it’s a disaster for human needs.

✅ +$6B to the Pentagon
❌ -$13B from housing, healthcare, climate & more
📘 Read CPCC’s new explainer:

https://t.co/VdeW9JSENV

#ForeignPolicy

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

U.S. military spending has gone un-checked for too long. While Lockheed and Boeing are making profits, Americans are in medical debt and don't have access to clean water.

We need to invest in people, not war.

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

💵 Nearly half of Congress’ FY24 discretionary budget went to the Pentagon, more than housing, education & clean water combined. Add military-related spending, & it approaches $1 trillion.

Our new explainer discusses: https://t.co/vHtxvAtbKg

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

Very proud and honored to be a part of a principled union. #FreePalestine ✊🏽🇵🇸

[We Build Progress United @CPCCenterUnion]

Our statement in support of the Palestinian people after one-year of genocide in Gaza 🇵🇸

We stand with fellow workers and union members and believe that the liberation of Palestine will be achieved through working-class and international solidarity ✊

https://t.co/coDX8tTgPG

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

Police exchanges proliferate deadly police violence at home and abroad. They are costly and a danger to our communities. Check out our @Netroots_Nation panel tomorrow July 11 @ 4pm to learn more.

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Don’t miss our @Netroots_Nation panel “Police Exchange: The War Machine’s Deadly Policing at Home and Abroad” tomorrow, July 11 at 4pm with CPC Center’s @_mariammalik, @Stschrader1, @EranEfrati of @jvplive, Rev. Keyanna Jones, & Umaya Suliman #NN24

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

Very excited to moderate this panel on Thursday with this fantastic group of thinkers and disrupters. If you’re at @Netroots_Nation this week come check us out and learn how the U.S. war machine militarizes police at home and abroad.

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Did you know the U.S. trains, equips and arms over 200,000 foreign police officers, soldiers, and security forces every year? Check out our @Netroots_Nation panel “Police Exchange: The War Machine’s Deadly Policing at Home and Abroad” on July 11 at 4pm #NN24

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

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[Becca Watts @BeccaMegaWatts]

I'm excited to share that the #ProgressiveTalentPipeline application for the 2024 cohort is now LIVE!

PTP identifies, endorses, trains, and recommends a diverse slate of committed progressives for staff roles in Congress and government agencies.

Want to learn more? Here's a 🧵:

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

The House might consider a $895 billion military spending bill next week that will exacerbate militarism at home and abroad. However, there are significant proposals to rein in the war machine, such as cut the budget by $100 billion, repeal outdated war authorizations, and more.

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Next week, the House may consider an $895 billion military budget that will boost weapons manufacturers' profits and proliferate deadly weapons.

Don't miss our explainer on amendments to watch in the FY2025 NDAA https://t.co/zv0Z6qjpId

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

Post 9/11 wars fueled the build-up of our unconstitutional surveillance state. Now, the US Government can access personal data without a warrant and usually targets Black people, Muslim communities, and those fighting for social and civil justice. Read more in our latest report.

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Text messages, phone calls, financial records, medical information—the U.S. government collects this data without our permission or a warrant. Read the latest report from our Militarism at Home series on our militarized surveillance state https://t.co/yQsOyb6JIH

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

Much needed work in DC! Can’t wait to see the amazing things @imeupolicy will do!! Follow to learn how to support Palestine, the anti-war movement, and end U.S. imperialism.

[IMEU Policy Project @imeupolicy]

Support for Palestinian freedom among the public has risen dramatically. It’s time for Congress to catch up.

Today we’re launching IMEU Policy Project because we believe US policy should advance human rights and respect for international law for all people, with no exceptions.

[Just Foreign Policy @justfp]

Saudis continue to be more focused on peace in Yemen than the Biden Admin:

In response to Yemen's military attacks, Riyadh "pressed the Americans" with a "message of restraint," emphasizing "why the Gaza conflict should stop," which "reflects a wider [Saudi] policy aimed at promoting regional stability"

per @Reuters' @Elyaakoubi & @PHREUTERS

https://t.co/O8OSDHwRCq

[Stephen Semler @stephensemler]

The Biden administration gives Israel the coordinates of humanitarian aid groups, Israel uses those coordinates to bomb those aid groups, then Biden gives Israel more weapons.

Welcome to Biden and Israel's war on Palestinians, international law, and basic morality.

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

People who support human rights and peace and justice for all, definitely think violence, sexual violence, and racism is a path to get there.

There is so much hate and evil in this world. We have a lot of work to do.

[Medea Benjamin @medeabenjamin]

There were some really nasty, hateful people at the pro-Israel rally. Check it out.

[Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal]

Over 11,000 Palestinians are now dead, 40% of whom are children. Israel’s approach is unacceptable.

As Israel’s largest backer of military aid, the US bears responsibility. We cannot continue to fund offensive military aid if Israel continues to violate int'l humanitarian law.

[Stephen Semler @stephensemler]

Children killed in global conflicts last year: 2,985

Children killed by Israel's military in the last month: 4,104

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

@SecBlinken Americans want to see you call for an immediate ceasefire to save lives and uphold international law. Act swiftly and #LetGazaLive. #CeasefireNOW

[Michael Galant @michael_galant]

"Palestinian workers, stranded since the October 7 attacks... show bracelets on which are written the numbers assigned to them while they were detained by Israel." This should look all too familiar. Source: AFP

[Mariam Malik @_mariammalik]

i honestly find it admirable that his staff is weekend with bernie-ing him around while his soul is being ratatouilled by itmar ben-gvir

[GoliathFan1952 @ByYourLogic]

well put, Senator