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Dear Elyse,
Last Saturday, the peace of Shabbat was interrupted by a heinous and unprecedented attack on Israel by Iranian missiles and drones. Thanks to the cooperation and partnership of many nations, including the U.S., Israel was able to destroy over 99% of these attacks before they were able to detonate.
But as the attack ends, we are left with more questions than answers. What is the next logical step for Israeli leaders to secure their citizens? How and when will this war end? When can we bring home the more than 100 hostages still held captive?
With Pesach (Passover) just days away, these questions weigh on our collective hearts. It is a painful reality to celebrate Zman Cheiruteinu, "The Time of Our Freedom," when so many are captive, under attack, displaced, and traumatized.
I know that this Pesach will be different from all others. I know that there is so much anxiety and pain from which we must all heal. But if we can learn anything from this holiday it is that times before have seemed almost too dark to handle, and still, we have emerged together into the light. We retell the story of the Exodus year after year at Pesach to remind us not to despair when the present moment is difficult, but to know that we will work together for better days ahead, just as we have before.
One way to help is to reach out to your Representative in the U.S. House, who may be voting on sending aid to Israel as early as tomorrow. Hearing from you helps the Representatives and their staff members understand how important this aid is to Israel's security, especially during times when the nation is under direct attack. See instructions below for more ways to contact members of the House before they vote.
Kol tuv,
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