Write a letter. Send an e-mail. Gil Lainer, the new vice consul at the Israel Consulate General of San Francisco, said he was heartened by the support of the American Jewish community. Nothing is harder than to see what happened in Israel when you're away from home, but seeing the response, it makes us feel much better. Jon Friedenberg, executive director of the Jewish Federation of Greater East Bay, estimated that between 200 and 300 people from his region came to the rally.
People are extremely frustrated and upset.
Even the most ardent peace supporters in the community have had their enthusiasm for peace shaken. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced in any form without permission.