history's darkest hour. your cherished presence transforms this place into a sacred gathering. thank you, tom bernstein, allen holt, sarah bloomfield, and everyone at the holocaust memorial council and museum for your vital work and tireless contributions. we are privileged to be joined by israel's ambassador to the united states, friend of mine, has done a great job and said some wonderful words, ron dermer. the state of israel is an eternal monument to the undying strength of the jewish people. the fervent dream that burned in the hearts of the oppressed is now filled with the breath of