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Like many of you, I am sickened by the deadly and horrific attacks by Hamas terrorists on Israeli civilians.
Violence against innocent people has no place in a democracy and must be unequivocally condemned.
I have always stood in solidarity with Israel and recognize the Jewish state’s right to defend itself during these unprecedented terrorist attacks.
I have heard from many in our community, who have friends and family of all ages now living in Israel. We pray together for their safety, and that all hostages of this conflict are quickly released, safely.
At home, I have asked the Monroe Police Department to monitor our synagogues and public gathering places to ensure they remain safe. While we are not aware of any threats in Monroe, I can assure you that our police remain on full alert.
We join in calling for a rapid conclusion to this conflict and pray for a lasting peace.
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