I won’t bury the lead: We’ve been to a crime scene and war zone.
My blog post about my trip to Israel in March 2024, six months after Hamas’ murderous attack and abduction of civilians, reflects a deep and complex experience, blending moments of beauty with somber reflections on the country’s current state. The trip offered insights into both the historical and contemporary struggles faced by the region. I’ve included links to short articles from a variety of sources that help define some of the issues, should you have the curiosity to dig deeper, and I sincerely hope you do. There’s no substitute to being well-informed other than to dig in.
I wanted to be in Israel for five reasons: 1) to show Israelis that (at least some) really care about their national trauma; 2) to bear witness to the crime; 3) to provide some small contribution to the stumbling economy; 4) to learn about perspectives of Israelis and the issues they’re grappling with; and 5) to return home a more credible, effective and passionate advocate for a safe and secure democratic Jewish state, one which relies on the support and cooperation of the U.S.
Read my detailed reflections and takeaways.
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