STATEMENT: Gottheimer Statement on White House Proposed Peace Plan

Jan 28, 2020
Press

Today, Tuesday, January 28, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer released the following statement regarding the White House’s proposed peace plan:

As a proud, lifelong supporter of Israel, I support a two-state solution that preserves Israel’s status as a Jewish, Democratic state. Today, I heard the President make clear his commitment to a two-state solution, in consultation with the leaders of both of Israel’s major political parties. 

I believe that any proposal that seeks to peacefully resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with two states, living side-by-side in peace and security, merits real consideration. This announcement presents an opportunity for both sides to come to the table with an open mind. 

A lasting agreement about critical issues like borders will only come from direct negotiations with both parties. Any unilateral actions in the meantime, by either side, will only make it harder to achieve peace.

The U.S.-Israel relationship has always been bipartisan, and I am committed to keeping it that way. I commend the Administration for the work involved in putting forward an extensive plan to restart the conversation about peace, and I look forward to carefully reviewing the proposal in its entirety.

###

Recent Posts


Sep 9, 2024
Press

RELEASE: Gottheimer Fights Against Red Moocher States to Restore SALT Deduction and Lower Taxes

Above: Gottheimer launches new SALT portal as fight gears up with Red Moocher States to restore SALT deduction. RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Today, Monday, September 9, 2024, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced a new effort to fight back against Red ‘Moocher’ States attempting to extend the SALT cap and raise taxes on Jersey families.  Gottheimer […]



Sep 9, 2024
Press

RELEASE: Gottheimer Visits Tilcon Quarry in Pompton Lakes

Above: Gottheimer tours the Tilcon Quarry in Pompton Lakes, highlighting their role in infrastructure. POMPTON LAKES, NJ  — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Tilcon’s quarry in Pompton Lakes to highlight a local businesses key to fixing Jersey’s roads and highways as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill. New Jersey is clawing back more than $8 […]



Sep 4, 2024
Press

RELEASE: Gottheimer Announces Legislation to Protect Students on School Buses, in Honor of the Late Miranda Vargas

Above: Gottheimer announces legislation to protect children on school buses. MIDLAND PARK, NJ — Today, Wednesday, September 4, 2024, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced his plans to reintroduce a bipartisan bus safety package after the passing of ten-year-old Miranda Vargas and Jennifer Williamson in a bus crash. The package contains two bills: the Secure Every […]