The White House issued the message from the President on Sunday, just before the eight-night holiday began at sunset. Read it below:
Melania and I send our warmest greetings to our Jewish brothers and sisters in the United States, in Israel, and around the world celebrating Hanukkah.
For eight nights, Jewish families and friends will come together to engage in the lighting of the menorah. This special tradition started more than 2,000 years ago during the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, which followed a trying period when Jews were persecuted for practicing their faith.
Unfortunately, Jews today continue to face many different forms of violence, hatred, and bigotry around the globe. We remember all those from the Tree of Life—Or L’Simcha Congregation—whose lives were tragically taken in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, this past October. As one Nation, we pledge our continued love and support for the victims, their families, and the community, and we pray that the victims’ families find some measure of peace and comfort during this holiday season.
Over the coming days, may the warming glow of each candle on the menorah help fill homes and hearts with love and happiness. Together, we reaffirm the truth that light will always break through the darkness. We send our very best wishes for a blessed and happy Hanukkah.
Three observations:
First, there is no way Trump wrote this.
Second, Trump’s continued sucking up to the Alt-Reich cannot be masked by this message.
Third, Trump has a lot of nerve.
PPesident Putz proclaims…
First thing I thought as well. I’m guessing Princess Complicit & her husband. The wording is both clumsy and strangely cold and empty.
Obviously someone else is now writing these sweetness and light messages . When was the last time you heard tRump putting something like this out there?
You helped murder them, bastard. We look at the stochastic terrorism you’ve directly caused and how many are dead and injured? How many, you shameless freak? A year in jail for each is what I wish you.