Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar | Maria Elvira Salazar Official Website
Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar | Maria Elvira Salazar Official Website
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Western Hemisphere Subcommittee Chairwoman María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) honored the tenure and legacy of Luis Almagro as the Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), highlighting his work in combating the rise of antisemitism in Latin America following the Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israeli civilians on October 7, 2023.
In a statement, Chairwoman Salazar expressed her frustration with the international response to antisemitism, stating, "It is frustrating that the heads of state who have persecuted Israel the most are the favorite partners of the Biden Administration, while those countries who have condemned Hamas forcefully like Paraguay, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic have received little thanks." She further added, “I am very proud that Luis Almagro is on the right side of history, standing with our ally Israel and our partners in the rest of the hemisphere who are doing the right thing.”
Chairwoman Salazar commended Secretary General Almagro for his dedication to the cause and his efforts to stand up for Israel. She highlighted the importance of leaders like Almagro in addressing the threats faced by Jewish communities in the Western Hemisphere.
The rise of antisemitic incidents in Latin America, especially following the Hamas attack in 2023, has raised concerns. Acts like these, as mentioned by Chairwoman Salazar, put the lives of Latin American Jews at risk. She has been actively working to address these issues, introducing legislation to protect these communities in the United States.
Salazar also praised leaders like Argentine President Javier Milei and Dominican President Luis Abinader for reaffirming their nations' commitment to Israel in the face of growing antisemitism.
In conclusion, Chairwoman Salazar honored OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro for his unwavering support for Israel and his leadership within the Organization of American States.
To watch Chairwoman Salazar’s full remarks before the Organization of American States, click here.
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