[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 39 (Wednesday, March 17, 2010)]
[House]
[Page H1523]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      NO TRUER FRIEND THAN ISRAEL

  (Mr. JORDAN of Ohio asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. JORDAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, America has no truer friend than 
Israel. We stand together on freedom, on democracy, and on security. 
More importantly, America and Israel share the unique ability to trace 
our roots back to the hopes and dreams of our ancestors. Even before 
the days of King David and King Solomon, Israel has been the center of 
the Jewish tradition. Israel is a sovereign nation surrounded by sworn 
enemies determined to wipe it off the map. Yet Israel remains committed 
to freedom and democracy.
  Mr. Speaker, I'm concerned about the recent counterproductive 
statements made by the administration that threaten to undermine 
America's 60-year relationship with Israel. Criticizing Israel for 
developing its land in Jerusalem is just plain wrong. Directing public 
demands and unilateral deadlines with Israel while Iran continues its 
pursuit of nuclear weapons is beyond wrong. It is dangerous.
  Mr. Speaker, if America is to be a superpower, we must remain 
steadfast when the political winds blow. If America is to lead the 
world, we must act as a true friend to our ally, the nation of Israel.

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