{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://wagner.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/abraham-accords-caucus-introduces-bipartisan-resolution-promote-peace", "Abraham Accords Caucus Introduces Bipartisan Resolution to Promote Peace and Tolerance in Education", "2024-09-24", "2024", "2024-09", "Republican", "House", "MO", "Ann Wagner", "W000812", "wagner.house.gov", "wagner", "https://wagner.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 The Co-Chairs of the Abraham Accords Caucus, Representatives Ann Wagner (R-MO), Brad Schneider (D-IL), David Trone (D-MD), and Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), have introduced a bipartisan resolution encouraging the U.S. Department of State and civil society organizations to further the goals of the Abraham Accords by promoting peace and tolerance through education across the Middle East. The resolution emphasizes ongoing reforms to national curricula to reduce antisemitic content, combat hate speech, and foster mutual respect and understanding, particularly in countries such as Egypt, the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia.\n\n\u201cAs our partners in the Middle East educate the next generation of leaders, it is clear that peace and stability in the region depend on an end to antisemitism and hate speech\u2014period,\u201d said Rep. Ann Wagner. \u201cThis resolution advances that important mission and makes it clear antisemitism has no place in educational and other organizations throughout the Middle East. By rejecting bigotry and adopting educational curricula that affirm the importance of mutual respect, religious tolerance, and peaceful coexistence, we will deprive the Iranian regime and its proxies of the hatred that fuels their violent agendas.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Abraham Accords have shown us the power of diplomacy and cooperation in the Middle East,\u201d said Rep. Brad Schneider. \u201cThis resolution underscores the importance of educating future generations with the values of peace, tolerance, and coexistence. We have a responsibility to promote these principles and help ensure a stable and prosperous future for the region.\u201d\n\nThe resolution also calls for the U.S. to work with international organizations, such as the United Nations, to eliminate antisemitism and hate speech from educational materials, while encouraging reforms that promote inclusivity and respect.\n\n\u201cThe education system influences the ideals of the next generation\u2019s global citizens and leaders,\u201d said Rep. David Trone. \u201cTeaching unity over division will have similarly beneficial outcomes as the Abraham Accords: a more peaceful, stable, and strong Middle East.\u201d\n\n\u201cEducation is a cornerstone of the foundation we are building to achieve long-lasting peace and prosperity in the Middle East,\u201d said Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers. \u201cTogether, we must help the next generation open their hearts and minds to see each other with dignity and respect. Our bipartisan resolution is about embracing this change and rooting out the hatred that is standing in the way of a brighter future for us all.\u201d\n\nThis resolution represents a key effort by the Abraham Accords Caucus to strengthen and expand the gains made through the historic agreements, ensuring the next generation is equipped to build on the progress made toward peace and stability in the region.\n\nFull text of the resolution can be found here.\n\nThe Abraham Accords Caucus aims to strengthen the Abraham Accords by encouraging and partnerships among the existing Abraham Accords countries and expanding the agreement to include countries that do not currently have diplomatic relations with Israel. The Caucus has successfully pushed for passage of the Israel Relations Normalization Act, DEFEND Act, and MARITIME Act as well as multiple NDAA provisions addressing diplomatic, military and intelligence cooperation. Senators James Lankford (R-OK), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) co-chair the companion caucus in the Senate.\n\nThe Abraham Accords, which were signed on September 15, 2020, resulted in peace and normalization agreements between Israel and several Arab states\u2014the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Morocco\u2014transforming the region, enhancing Israel's security, creating economic opportunities for Arab states and advancing vital U.S. national security interests. 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