Peace Action recently supported a legislative measure by Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) that would have required a clear delineation of the administration’s war strategy, including “a diplomatic pathway...by which the United States can facilitate a negotiated cessation of hostilities in Ukraine.” It also required a briefing of the appropriate committees on “the United States strategy with respect to Ukraine and the plans for the implementation of such strategy.”
Not a single Democrat voted for it and 90 Republicans voted no. So perhaps the issue of diplomacy has, sadly, got caught up in partisan politics. The measure would have theoretically delayed a small portion of aid to Ukraine if the administration failed to report to Congress, but of course the administration can work to ensure that doesn’t happen. The bottom line is that we need measures that ramp up a diplomatic track.
Sincerely,
Jon Rainwater
Executive Director
Peace Action
P.S. Can you let us know about any replies you get about why these members of Congress voted no on the Davidson measure? This will be really helpful as we compile responses as part of our advocacy efforts. Just reply to this email and let us know how they responded.