American Jews have long been considered one of the country’s most politically liberal groups, with over 70% identifying as Democrats according to the Pew Research Center from 2020.
For the first time since Oct. 7, 2023, the families of the hostages can finally breathe again. After nearly two years of waiting, praying and fighting for their return, all of the living hostages are back in the embrace of their loved ones. As members of Tufts Friends of Israel, we are deeply relieved and grateful to witness these reunions. No community — on campus or elsewhere — should overlook the suffering these families have endured and the human lives at the center of this tragedy.
These are dark times in our community, our city, our state, our nation and our world. Wars rage across the globe, economic uncertainty looms and our basic freedoms are under assault.
Today, our humanity must unite us more than our political views and tribalism divide us.
In journalism, facts matter. In its latest editorial, The Tufts Daily’s editorial board distorted the facts beyond recognition.
On Oct. 7, the worst terror attack in the history of the State of Israel occurred. What took place on this day was devastating and horrific. This indescribable massacre affected so many — innocent women, children and elderly civilians. If we truly value moral clarity, humanity and decency, condemning these attacks should not be controversial. Calling out these attacks for what they were — barbaric and atrocious — is a must. As of Thursday, there were still over 240 innocent Israelis being held hostage by Hamas terrorists, about 30 of whom are children. We are praying for their safe return.
