Following are excerpts from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s re mark s at the start of the weekly Cabinet meeting today:
“Today, we begin the process of approving the state budget. We do so against the background of a very serious international economic crisis. I must say that every country feels it. We feel it and we will yet feel it more. Tens of thousands of Israelis have already been fired and they are in pain. Very many others are in fear of being fired and I understand the pain and I understand their apprehension. We are committed to doing our utmost in order to stop the spread of unemployment and in order to meet the State of Israel’s other needs: To help the weak, especially the elderly and – of course – to provide for the basic needs of the nation, including security, education and other needs represented here around this table. It will not be easy. It will be very difficult. The needs clash; this will require us to make decisions. In the end, I believe that we will pass a serious and responsible budget that fits the circumstances; we can save the nation from the crisis. We can protect Israeli citizens’ jobs and meet other needs. I am committed to this; the Government is committed to this. Together, after many deliberations and discussions around this table, there is no doubt that we will submit a good budget and a good economic plan for the State of Israel that will start to move the economy forward.”
Credit: PM’s office
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June 11th, 2009 at 22:52
Dear PM Netanyahu,
We just want to encourage you in your stand for Israel and let you know that there are many Americans who stand with you and the decision not to divide the land and Jerusalem. We pray that the G-d of Abraham, Issac and Jacob will give you wisdom and strength and knowledge how to move on every issue.
Respectfully,
Jack and Debbie
June 12th, 2009 at 6:51
Dear Mr Netanyahu,
I have no idea whether or not these comments are still read, but I implore you not to give in to pressure re two states! One State, equal rights for all…the Jewish people are not going to disappear - History has proven that! Give the Pals a choice - Israel (West Bank annexed) or Palestine (i.e. Gaza) If they choose Israel immediate citizenship etc. (Belive me, they’ll choose Israel!) The problem of settlements is solved as is the spiritual connection to Eretz Israel. Pull a Mandela on Obama and Co. Flip this around on them! Dream big and DARE. Trust G-d. The Orthodox will be happy they can still live in Judea and Samaria, The Pals will be very pleased Gaza isn’t coming to their neck of the woods and it’s win win. Noone can say a peep! We all win.
In my prayers,
Leah
June 13th, 2009 at 3:31
Mr. Netanyahu,
We are behind you 100%, NO TWO STATES! There will be no peace with the two state solution.
I know you have been choosen for a “time such as this”. May the L-RD give you wisdom.
I pray for Israel everyday!
Mary
June 15th, 2009 at 8:38
Dear Benjamin’ ,
I recall my sioux mother telling me that the indian way is different than what white people do. It’s an ancient wisdom. ” To do nothing is the same as doing something” Why would you not go and pray, and let God guide you. I really hate that any Israelite would allow what people say to disturb a true leader. You have been a soldier, and you can’t go back. Me too. Women and children and apparently some presidents think that if we’re all just nice things will work out well. Islam is like cancer, and nothing can change that. I seriously think Obama means well, but he strikes me as a humanist. That won’t work. He doesn’t understand about God, or the power of God. Forgive me for saying, but you have to bring the spirit of David into play here. You have to become David. Jim
June 15th, 2009 at 20:39
Dear Mr Netanyahu,
I have no idea whether or not these comments are still read, but I implore you not to give in to pressure of two states! One State, equal rights for all…the Jewish people are not going to disappear - History has proven that! Give the Pals a choice - Israel (West Bank annexed) or Palestine (i.e. Gaza) If they choose Israel immediate citizenship etc. (Believe me, they’ll choose Israel!) The problem of settlements is solved as is the spiritual connection to Eretz Israel. Pull a Mandela on Obama and Co. Flip this around on them! Dream big and DARE.
The Orthodox will be happy they can still live in Judea and Samaria, The Pals will be very pleased Gaza isn’t coming to their neck of the woods and it’s win win. Noone can say a peep! We all win.
Warning:Do NOT trust Barrack Hussein Obama! He is a very dark force! Listen not what he or any of his cabinet demand for you to do with your Land. Your job is to stand by and for Israel’s best interests, and do not pay any attention at all to what other nations including the US tell you to do that are not out for the best interest of Israel!
Obama is also not for Christians here in America and its sad to say it looks like he will not be there for you Israel either.
Defend your Land Israel with everything you’ve got!!!
You.. Dear Israel and Mr Netanyahu are In my prayers,
Trust in the Creator the L-rd your G-d.
Shalom,
Leah
Numbers 6:24,26
July 21st, 2009 at 21:49
Dear Mr Netanyahu,
Please do not yield to pressure from the current US administration, they obviously do not have Israels best interests in mind. As you know the land for peace trial with the Gaza did not work out so well. If the Palestanians wanted a two state solution they would have agreed to it in 2000. What they want is Israel gone. In my opinion, Israel and its citizens will not be at peace until Hamas is defeated in battle once and for all. That would mean annexing the Gaza and correcting the mistake by Sharon. If you look back at history you find that most boundaries were drawn after much blood was spilled and there was a clear winner in the battle. I want Israel to be that winner. I have followed Israels plight for many years and long for the day when your people can live in peace. God bless..
September 13th, 2009 at 18:22
God has promised to bless those who stand with Israel. I choose to stand with Israel. Do not be dismayed, the God who parted the Red Sea waters will see you through. Israel is the apple of God’s eye. God Bless Israel. Amen.