From left: Bruce Herschensohn, Steven Spiegel, Mel LevineJewish Journal - former congressman Mel Levine (D-CA) at J Street conference
Let me begin with a candid personal statement and an acknowledgement of my own point of view, or personal reference point.
What has driven my involvement in Middle East issues throughout my adult life has been my commitment to work for Israel’s security and survival [ie. not for American interests and principles]. To anyone familiar with my legislative record, this will come as no surprise.
...For those of us who care deeply about Israel’s future, nothing less than achieving the two state solution will enable Israel to attain its most important national security objectives...
...One of my most treasured possessions is a letter I received from then Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin on my retirement from Congress, thanking me for my effective support for Israel. Full story
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