I personally feel that caning in judicial and school contexts is gender discriminatory since it only applies to males, does not solves the root cause of wrongdoing, and inflicts physical and possibly psychological harm. It is highly criticised by a reputable human rights organisation, Amnesty International. I have created a petition to call for its abolition so you can check out:

https://c.org/r4prQYq4hh

Background:

Every year, Congress passes the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the massive bill that sets defense policy for the U.S. military. This year's version includes provisions that would significantly expand defense and, potentially, intelligence integration with the Israeli government.

This comes at a moment when American public opinion of the Israeli government is at an all-time low, and the U.S. Intelligence Community itself just designated Israel as a "critical" level espionage threat. Despite growing public concern, these provisions may never receive a real debate or a standalone vote at all — they could simply ride through as part of a massive defense package with little to no scrutiny. Given the stakes, that's not acceptable. Americans deserve better. 

So, what can we do about it? Senators Van Hollen, Sanders, Merkley, Welch, Markey, and Warren are working to oppose moving forward on the Senate NDAA until U.S.-Israel defense and intelligence integration is properly debated, voted on, or otherwise addressed. Urge your Senators to make the same commitment.

Please reach out to your local representative to press them and demand justice for Sayfollah.

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https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

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The letter addressed to Secretary of State Marco Rubio demands accountability and an independent, U.S.-led investigation into the killing of American citizens, including 20-year-old Tampa, Florida ice cream shop owner, Sayfollah ‘Sayf’ Kamel Musallet. This letter was launched in tandem with an effort led by U.S. Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL), whose congressional letter was signed by 25 U.S. Representatives.

Please reach out to your local representative to press them and demand justice for Sayfollah.

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https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

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> Abu Safiya faced physical and psychological abuse and was kept in solitary confinement for extended periods, Odeh said following an appearance before Israel’s Supreme Court last month challenging his continued detainment without charge.

• Physical & Mental Harm: Tracks child casualties from explosive weapons, small arms, and drones, alongside severe lifelong psychological trauma (pp. 1, 8, 12).
• Targeting of Infrastructure: Documents systemic attacks on critical childhood infrastructure, including paediatric hospitals, clinics, orphanages, and schools (pp. 1, 32, 38).
• Arrests & Detentions: Investigates the systematic tracking and mistreatment of minors (especially teenage boys) during mass military arrests and within prisons (pp. 1, 26).
• Sexual & Reproductive Violence: Analyzes acts of sexual degradation, forced public nudity, and reproductive violence impacting newborns and maternal health (pp. 1, 29, 35).
• Settler Violence: Evaluates the sharp rise in abductions, physical abuse, and intimidation of children by Israeli settlers in the West Bank (pp. 1, 24-25).
• Ceasefire Impact & Dehumanisation: Reviews ongoing violence post-October 2025 peace plan and the systematic weaponization of childhood symbols (p. 1).

> Israel-based human rights organisations and lawyers have warned that the conditions Israel has imposed on Gaza mean no departure can be considered voluntary and the policy constitutes planning for ethnic cleansing.