When it becomes a bloody reality, we have to come together and look at what can be done to return to the order of peace, ... There is no alternative to it.
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Look, I worked with American Republican presidents and Democratic presidents, all of them, and each of them has shown a deep and profound friendship to Israel, you know? I can't remember anybody who was in that sense negative as far as Israel is concerned.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the consistent support from both major American political parties towards Israel.
Shimon Peres reflects on his experiences working with both Republican and Democratic presidents, highlighting their unwavering friendship and support for Israel. He conveys that throughout his interactions, he has never encountered a president who negatively viewed Israel, underlining the bipartisan consensus on the issue and the deep-seated relations between the United States and Israel.
Themes
PoliticsFriendshipIsraelBipartisanSupport
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on international relations, a speaker might use this quote to emphasize the importance of bipartisan support in diplomacy.
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