A number of Holocaust survivors have raised their voices about Gaza, insisting that “never again” must mean never again for anyone. Their plea carries a moral weight that cannot be ignored.

The International Association of Genocide Scholars has formally concluded that Israel’s actions in Gaza meet the definition of genocide. Professor William Schabas, one of the most respected authorities on the Genocide Convention and himself from a family of Holocaust survivors, has called this a “arguably the strongest case of genocide” ever brought before the International Court of Justice.

If those who survived and intimately understand history’s darkest chapter are warning us, what excuse do we have for silence?

Sen. Angus King and Sen. Susan Collins must hear from us. The killing of civilians, mass starvation and destruction of entire communities demand urgent action: an end to military support, full humanitarian access and a lasting ceasefire.

Silence in the face of genocide is complicity. Maine must add its voice to the global call for justice.

Brian Garrison
South Portland