Emhoff expressed his deep anguish over the execution of Hersh Goldberg-Polin and others, stating, 'I haven't been able to stop thinking about Hersh and his parents.' He highlighted the personal nature of the loss and the shared grief between him, Kamala Harris, and the affected families.
He underscored the resilience of the Goldberg-Polin family during their grief, noting that despite their loss, they 'somehow are still looking forward and looking out for others.' This reflects an incredible capacity for empathy and hope in dark times.
Emhoff also reiterated that the pain experienced by the community is heard at the highest levels, mentioning, 'How you feel right now is how I feel... Kamala hears directly from me.' This emphasizes the administration’s commitment to the Jewish community during this crisis.
At the vigil, Emhoff encouraged ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages, stating, 'Not on this 333rd day. Not ever. Not until every hostage is reunited.' His words served as a rallying cry for hope and action.
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