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A fuller portrayal of Rep. Summer Lee
It has never been more important to work collaboratively with our elected officials. The Trump administration is attacking every dimension of our country, including Social Security, veterans, immigrants, education, the environment, LGBTQ+ rights, science and even our personal privacy. Only working together will protect us against this onslaught.
In this situation, I urge the Chronicle to consider a fuller portrayal of our local representative, Summer Lee (“Turtle Creek Mayor Adam Forgie declares primary challenge to Summer Lee,” March 21). I see the Chronicle’s coverage of Rep. Lee as focusing on her level of support for Israel’s actions under Benjamin Netanyahu. But that’s a topic on which many American Jews disagree — for example, only 31% of American Jews support Netanyahu (the Forward, March 15, 2024).
Last week, I attended a two-hour town hall with Rep. Lee that showcased her knowledge, passion and commitment on a wide range of issues important to our country and our community. Her willingness to engage stands in sharp contrast to our two senators, who aren’t holding town halls and are much less responsive by phone, as well. In Rep. Lee, I see a leader who can meet this moment. I urge the Chronicle and its readers to work with Rep. Lee to protect our country and our community.
Maya Fischhoff
Pittsburgh
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