I believe that the best policies address the root causes of national and international conflicts rather than exploiting fear or offering a false sense of security. Unfortunately, Congressional Republicans have resorted to fear tactics and xenophobia to push hawkish policies and prevent immigrants from seeking refuge in our country.

Instead of promoting an environment of hatred and intolerance, our domestic and foreign policies should occupy the moral high ground and reflect the best of American values: acceptance of diversity, inclusiveness, and a commitment to civil rights.

Since I was elected to Congress, I have helped make sure that we exercise a high degree of caution before we enter into costly wars that risk the lives of our servicemen and women. In addition, I have worked to ensure that the United States remains a nation where the world’s most vulnerable people can find refuge and live in peace.

I have opposed efforts by Republicans to close our nation to refugees and asylum seekers with his shameful travel ban. In addition, I have supported legislation and resolutions that would limit the power of the president to wage war and would promote diplomatic solutions to international conflicts over military ones.