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| Rick Lazio's speech at Pro Israel rally |
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| Anonymous |
| 10/15/00 at 01:53:13 |
| 12 Oct 2000 Congressman Lazio's Statement at Israel Rally Today React to his comments here-Don't be afraid to let him know how you feel-his supporters dont have the guts to write back! Even if you're not a NYer pretend like you are and tell them that Muslims in NY will never vote for him!http://www.lazio.com/contact_us/form.cfm NEW YORK, NY - The following is a statement Congressman Rick Lazio made today at the Israel Solidarity Rally in Manhattan: The advertisement for this rally that appeared in the New York Times Sunday said it best. We come together at a time when Jewish history is being denied and the Jewish community^Òs rights are being challenged. This afternoon, we stand at one of the most crucial moments in Israel^Òs 52- year history. We have an opportunity to tell New Yorkers and the world why must unite behind the state of Israel. Today, I repeat the words I spoke on the House floor in March of 1999, ^ÓMr. Speaker, we must stand with our friends, when they are challenged and today that means standing with Israel.^Ô I said these words when Yasser Arafat was considering a unilateral declaration of a Palestinian state. Those words ring more true today. As we New Yorkers know, anyone can be a friend when times are good. New Yorkers want to know, where their officials stand with Israel. My friends let me be clear. Despite what the UN says, and despite what our own Secretary of State says, this violence was precipitated, promoted and prolonged by Yasser Arafat and the Palestinians. William Safire in today^Òs New York Times summed it up best, ^ÓIsrael does not need a broker in a hostile world; Israel needs an ally.^Ô I reject Madeline Albright^Òs contention that somehow General Sharon^Òs visit to a site that has been part of Jewish history for over 2,000 years-the Temple Mount-sparked this violence. The day that any Jew is criticized or discouraged from visiting the Temple Mount, is a sad day for all who value Democracy and freedom of religious expression. The reaction of the international community has been as unfair and one-sided as it has been predictable. Together, with all of you, I was appalled by the fact our own government decided to abstain from what was one of the most anti-Israel resolutions in years. I remember a time when a similar anti-Israel resolution passed the UN. And I remember our ambassador, Daniel Patrick Moynihan, who stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Israel in the fight against the ^ÓZionism Equals Racism Resolution.^Ô It was one of the finest hours of American diplomacy. Yet, today, we see administration that leaves Israel in the lurch. Today I ask you President Clinton, is this any way to treat a friend? Is this the same United Nations that the Clinton Administration was considering granting control of the Temple Mount? I^Òm here to defend what is right, and what is just. I^Òm here to stand solidly with our friends, our fellow democracy-our most important ally in the Middle East-the state of Israel. As someone who always was and will continue to be a friend you can trust, I will be there to fight for Israel during her time of need. |
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