Opinion

In praise of Obama's support of Israel

Posted June 21, 2009 11:00 pm

The American Jewish Committee warmly welcomes President Barack Obama's speech in Cairo.

While addressing a range of issues, President Obama underlined that the rejection of anti-Semitism and the legitimacy of Israel were not negotiable.

In the heart of a region where denial is routine - denial of Israel's right to exist, denial of the historic link of Jews to their homeland, denial of the Holocaust - President Obama spoke the truth with a clear, unwavering voice.

We applaud President Obama for reaffirming that America's "strong bonds" with Israel are "unbreakable," and for urging Arab states to "recognize Israel's legitimacy," and praise his personal commitment to pursue "with all the patience the task requires" a negotiated settlement to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Allan J. Reich

President

American Jewish Committee-Chicago Chapter

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