Advocacy @ HBT: Our Hostages Come Home

Advocacy @ HBT:  Our Hostages Come Home 

• Romi Gonen, Emily Demari, and Doron Steinbracher have returned to Israel after more than a year of captivity in Gaza.  

The Advocacy Committee joins our voices to the chorus that welcomes home Romi, Emily and Doron. Beyond the politics of ‘a good deal’ or ‘a bad deal,’ lies the indescribable joy and relief of seeing these young women finally walk free into the arms of their loved ones. If you haven’t seen this moment yourself, we encourage you to watch it here.  

Like all who are active in the battle against antisemitism, striving for the Jewish future, and building alliances to protect our community; we know and understand that this moment from last Sunday is the greatest example of why we do what we do.  

Our hostages coming home does not mean that our work is over. Antisemitism has erupted in our society, and it is more vital and important than ever for us to be vigilant and continue the fight. 

But this week, we celebrate the redemption and homecoming of our girls.  

Am Yisrael Chai.  

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