There will be no special mission to Israel, he says. Others are interested in what they can do locally. Goldowitz says that Volunteers for Israel is encouraging members to participate in pro-Israel rallies and to write letters to President Clinton and the State Department voicing support for Israel. Nash's office has received phone calls and substantial donations from first-time donors. Many concerned Southern Californians are calling to gather information about the future of the peace process.
People are very upset.
In a way they feel betrayed. They are wondering how and when we can move forward on the peace process. We felt we were so close to an agreement and it blew up in our face. Yet, according to Pine, some members are already looking towards the future. People are still hopeful.