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I am often critical of Israel's policies when in the country, but then feel defensive of them when overseas.

I feel there's a lot of anti-Israel sentiment in the world and a lot of ignorance about what Israel is and does. But it's not for me to speak on Israel's behalf.

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

I'm not a single-issue person, but I spend so much time on Israel because it is so unfairly condemned around the world.

I'm always in favor of Israel responding strongly when it's threatened.

Israel is a country that reacts vigorously when its citizens are fired upon, which is a good thing.

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

International legitimacy is a fundamental source of power for Israel nowadays.

And by the way, a piece of news, Israel is the one country in which everyone is pro-American, opposition and coalition alike. And I represent the entire people of Israel who say, 'Thank you, America.' And we're friends of America, and we're the only reliable allies of America in the Middle East.

I have been, and will remain, outspoken in my insistence that Israel has a right to live in peace and security.