Dear Ivanka,
As a fellow Jewish mother and a physician, I feel compelled to reach out to you on this significant day—just yesterday, your father enacted an executive order that restricts entry to our nation for millions. While your children enjoy the freedoms of a playground, I find myself questioning how you can remain silent in the face of such divisive actions.
From your high-rise in Manhattan, you can see the Statue of Liberty. What do the words carved into her pedestal mean to you? “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.” These are not just words; they are a promise that has welcomed generations to our shores.
As a mother, I cannot help but reflect on the plea of Bana al-Abed, the brave young girl from Syria who implored your father to help those suffering in her homeland. “Can you please save the children and people of Syria?” she asked, reminding us that every child deserves peace, just like your own.
On a day marked by Holocaust Remembrance, as you hold your children close in your comfortable home, I urge you to consider the legacy you want to pass on. What will you tell them about their grandfather’s actions that deny the dreams of so many? How will you explain the story of your ancestors who survived unimaginable horrors?
I am writing this as a concerned citizen, a mother, and a fellow New Yorker of Jewish descent. I feel powerless, yet I know that you are in a position to influence change. Is there not something you can do to prevent history from repeating itself?
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Thank you for taking the time to reflect on these pressing issues.
Sincerely,
Dr. Sarah Kaplan
Summary
In an open letter, Dr. Sarah Kaplan, a Jewish mother and physician, urges Ivanka Trump to consider the implications of her father’s executive order, which restricts entry to the U.S. for millions. She reflects on the values of inclusivity and compassion, referencing the Statue of Liberty and the plight of children affected by war. Dr. Kaplan implores Ivanka to take action to prevent history from repeating itself while also providing resources for family planning.