Emhoff expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of hostages and emphasized the importance of community during such difficult times, feeling emotionally raw and 'gutted'.
He recalled the tragic case of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, reflecting on the loss and the impact of violence on friends and families, while honoring the memories of those lost.
Emhoff highlighted the necessity for dialogue around cease-fire talks and the urgent return of hostages, tying the family's advocacy to broader humanitarian concerns.
He reiterated the call for peace, mentioning Vice President Harris's support for Israel’s right to defend itself alongside the need for Palestinian dignity and security.
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