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There's no one in Israel who appreciates more than me the importance of American support for Israel.

Israel is grateful that America believes in us.

Americans admire a people who can scratch a desert and produce a garden. The Israelis have shown qualities that Americans identify with: guts, patriotism, idealism, a passion for freedom. I have seen it. I know. I believe that.

It's not only in Israel's interest but in America's as well to stand with one of its closest and important allies.

The United States and Israel have a unique relationship based on our mutual commitment to democracy, freedom, and peace. Therefore, just as our commitment to these principles must be steadfast, so must our support for Israel.

Israel must take decisions that are good to Israel. We must not try to satisfy anyone else, including our closest ally, the United States of America.

Israel deserves special treatment from the United States, both for historical reasons and because there can be no regional peace without a secure Israel.

Just as we rely on Israel as a continual source of inspiration and renewal, Israel relies on us.

The United States provides Israel with crucial security and economic aid and invaluable political backing in the international arena.

Part of what makes America great is that we stand by the countries that share our values around the world. That's why throughout its history, the State of Israel has had no greater friend than the United States of America.