Israel is not perfect. None of us are perfect either. In fact, the flaws of many well-known people are being waved about in public more, it seems, than ever before. As a result, some of these people have become like lepers, to be shunned and rejected. Tragically, because Israel is not perfect, some have chosen to treat her the same way.
In honor of Israel's Independence Day, I wish to state that we must all support, love, and cherish Israel. The story of Israel's national anthem, for example, embodies the wonder of this incredible, and crucial, country. And I believe this obligation comes directly from the Torah.
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