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" Israel desperately needs peace if it is to come anywhere close to being the 'light unto nations' of Jewish dreams. "

Edgar Bronfman, Sr.

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" The principles governing Western democracies, of which Israel rightly considers itself a part, are based on the assurance that everyone has a vote, but also that the minority needs to yield to the wishes of the majority. "

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