In addition to all of the other goings-on on Capitol Hill, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of Congress Wednesday afternoon. While a sizable number of congressional Democrats opted to “boycott” the speech, Netanyahu was warmly received by those members of Congress in attendance. The standing ovation he received upon entering the House chamber lasted for three or four minutes, and his near-hour-long speech was interrupted frequently by applause.
Netanyahu spoke of the horror visited upon his country on October 7th. He paid tribute to the hostages taken, including Noa Argamani, who was in attendance at the speech. He paid tribute to the Israeli soldiers who’ve sacrificed life and limb for their country. It was a well-written, well-delivered speech and one that should speak to most, aside from those who’ve hardened their hearts against Israel and…
