October 7th Lest we forget

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Today is the 2nd anniversary of the atrocity committed by Hamas, an antisemitic terrorist organisation.  There are still many Israelis grieving the loss of loved ones.  There are still many with physical and emotional scars because of the violence they suffered.  There are still  hostages that have not been allowed to go home to their families.

All of this needs repeating.  We may have major issues with Benjamin Netenyahu and his fitness for office.  We may wish to sharply disagree with Israeli actions both the  rightness and the wisdom of their actions.  We may sympathize with the plight of Palestinians.  All of those things are legitimate.

However, what we cannot do, must not do is forget October 7th 2023.  We continue to pray for a just and lasting peace.