World leaders alike. The conference of president probably count among the 53 organizations. [applause] together, we have enjoyed productive partnership, most recently under the leadership of chairman and ceo howard. Congratulations also, betsy, like most people have heard, has been elected to the executive council and we look forward to working closely with betsy as well. By the way, fabulous speech yesterday. [applause] for more than 30 years, its been led by one of the great jewish leaders of our time. The one and only. [applause] as ceo, markham shaped history through his visionary leadership. Thank you, malcolm, for all you have done and continue to do for the jewish people. [applause] we are grateful that malcolm will continue to provide us with leadership and strategic guidance in the works of our new chief executive, william. [cheering and applauding] william is well known for his past experience and drive and we look forward to his resolute leadership. Its more than these excep
The conference of president probably count among the 53 organizations. [applause] together, we have enjoyed productive partnership, most recently under the leadership of chairman and ceo howard. Congratulations also, betsy, like most people have heard, has been elected to the executive council and we look forward to working closely with betsy as well. By the way, fabulous speech yesterday. [applause] for more than 30 years, its been led by one of the great jewish leaders of our time. The one and only. [applause] as ceo, markham shaped history through his visionary leadership. Thank you, malcolm, for all you have done and continue to do for the jewish people. [applause] we are grateful that malcolm will continue to provide us with leadership and strategic guidance in the works of our new chief executive, william. [cheering and applauding] william is well known for his past experience and drive and we look forward to his resolute leadership. Its more than these exceptional leaders that m
Abandon it i believe our special relationship is unwavering, precious and worth protecting. Let me address several of those pillars. The first pillar is that it transcends political ideology. A friendship with israel is rooted in National Security concerns, but it is also rooted in share value says such as sovereignty. For some reason, the violation of all common sense. Israel has condemned more than any other country but his socalled global community. Let me say that again. I responsible democratic nation, with the rule of law, is rebuked more than dictators. Simply for serving its unquestionable right to be safe in his homeland. If it is morally backwards nothing is. This may sound obvious, but it needs to be said. Israel has the right to defend itself from missiles, and bombs, and tunnels and night attacks. applause the United States should let the world know where it stands. But how can america be sure we can never been our closest friends in the middle east. Its up to congress fir