In recent days, some of our more liberal friends have said we whine about politics here on this blog. We'd prefer to call it being critical. You can read some of our other posts and judge for yourself.
But, whatever the case, we're happy to say that there is not one negative word in this post, which is about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to a joint session of Congress earlier today.
We were deeply impressed and inspired by Netanyahu's historic remarks, where he talked openly about the close relationship between the United States and Israel, our common vision and values, and the hope for Middle East peace.
We saw a leader who is intensely proud of his heritage, proud of his country, proud of his people. He spoke candidly and directly, personally and emotionally. He was confident and comfortable with his message. He never apologized once for what he believes in. He never apologized for Israel's desire to defend its interests. (Nor should he.)
Netanyahu's speech was brilliant and visionary. It was also politically skillful. It was passionate political advocacy, not political theater. Netanyahu was able to deliver his message in a way that appealed to both sides of the American political aisle sitting in front of him. And, although he has publicly disagreed with President Obama's most recent remarks about Middle East peace, Netanyahu chose to make his speech not about anger or disappointment but about his commitment to a process that will make the world a more peaceful place.
Benjamin Netanyahu is a class act.
