Washington, DC – Harriet P. Schleifer, Chair, and William Daroff, CEO, of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, issued the following statement:
“We commend Israeli President Isaac Herzog for his historic address to a joint meeting of the United States Congress and extend our utmost appreciation for his poignant and insightful speech, which highlighted the sacred bond between the U.S. and Israel rooted in shared democratic values.”
“President Herzog’s address serves as a testament to the unwavering bond between the Israeli and American peoples.”
“Furthermore, we applaud Congress for displaying overwhelming bipartisan support for the US–Israel partnership, as demonstrated by yesterday’s 412-9 House of Representatives vote.”
“The timing of President Herzog’s address highlights Israel’s 75th anniversary, a moment to celebrate the nation’s remarkable resilience and prosperity. The land promised to Abraham has become a land of democracy and, subsequently, a startup nation embodying the values of democracy, pluralism, and judicial independence.”
“As the Israeli people grapple with a vigorous public debate regarding judicial reform, we applaud President Herzog for his efforts to build unity and consensus within Israeli civil society.”
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