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January 15, 2009       Share:    

Source: http://washingtontimes.com/news/2009/jan/09/a-defensive-war/

A Defensive War

[Washington Times] U.S. Reps. Eric Cantor and Steny Hoyer - During this difficult war in the Gaza Strip, we stand with Israel. Prior to military action, Israel tried a number of other options to stop the rockets, all to no avail. Like most Americans, we identify strongly with Israel's ongoing, elusive quest to achieve peace and security in a dangerous part of the world. We recognize that by arming and training Hamas, Iran has made this latest Israel-Hamas war a key front in its effort to remake the region in its own radical image. America would never sit still if terrorists were lobbing missiles across our border into Texas or Montana; and just as we assert our right to defend ourselves, Israel has every right to protect its own citizens. Support for Israel in her time of need, from both Democrats and Republicans, is not just the logical choice. It is both a strategic and moral imperative. Eric Cantor is House Republican Whip. Steny Hoyer is House Majority Leader.

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