Preisdent Biden says his message to Iran is 'Don't'. Biden added: 'We are devoted for the defense of Israel. We will support Israel. We will help to defend Israel and Iran will not succeed'

.Secretary Antony Blinken and Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi discussed the urgency of regional de-escalation and in achieving an immediate, sustained ceasefire in Gaza. He reiterated thanks to Jordan for its efforts coordinating vital humanitarian aid to Palestinians.

President Biden must use US leverage to ensure the scale of aid efforts meets the magnitude of the moment.

This must be genuine and lasting. It must be judged not by pledges and spin – but by the welfare of desperate families and children on the ground. nytimes.com/2024/04/10/wor…

Related: Check out this must-read piece from J Street U president Lauren Haines: 'I’m a Jewish college student. I wish external activists were promoting education, not confrontation.'
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With Israel on high alert, we are deeply concerned by reports of a large volley of rockets launched by Hezbollah targeting northern Israel. We’re grateful to see the vast majority have been intercepted and hope for the safety and security of all innocent civilians in the area.

MAGA-appointed justices BLOCKED student debt relief for millions—but that isn't stopping President Biden from finding NEW ways to provide relief to borrowers and their families.

This you?

The American Association of University Professors is mobilizing its chapters, higher ed unions and student organizations April 17 as part of a National Day of Action for Higher Education. More info on the unifying message & how to register a campus action can be found here:
dayofactionforhighered.org
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Trump's not at all serious on border security

At his direction, Senate Republicans blocked a bipartisan tough border security bill because Trump made clear he'd rather keep chaos at the border going so he can exploit it on the campaign trail—instead of letting the Senate fix it

Let's hear it, #TeacherTwitter ! Which color folder would you pick for math?
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