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Expect US backlash from Netanyahu's Congress speech, experts warn
Michal Margalit
Published: 09.02.15, 15:19
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1. Please I am begging you guys to listen
Judy ,   TLV   (02.09.15)
Before this speech fiasco Obama was already causing problems for Israel. During the recent Hamas war the whitehouse held up shipments. The whitehouse ordered the closing of Ben Gurion (directly or indirectly) and last but not least obama stuck up for erdogan over israel and now he is pushing the situation so Iran has the ability to make a nuke within a few weeks. MY JEWISH BROTHERS AND SISTERS! Respect your history, appeasing your enemy has always resulted in mass genocide against Jews. Never appease your enemy, Obama has and will continue to hurt Israel regardless if netanyahu speaks or not. Obama is the SOLE reason Europeans find it cool now to openly be anti Semitic. I am pleading with you people, stop trying to appease those looking to destroy you, Obama is not your friend and history will show a weak nation making the mistake once again and believing that appeasing him is a good thing.
2. Bring it on. Good for Bibi standing
DT ,   TA Israel   (02.09.15)
firm. No surrender and let Obama and Herzog flounder in their own S...t and that goes for the rest of the US "fair weather " Jews
3. Lets face it.O is determined from day1 to close down israel
Alan ,   SA   (02.09.15)
Almost all regular Ynet posters said this from the time he announced his candidacy for President .It is absolutely no surprise to us veteran posters!!! Look at his "sweetest sounds" speech at Al Kazar University in Cairo Look at his support for the Brothers.some of whom are indeed an integral part of his WH staff I think Israel should hold its nerve. Caving in to him will get Israel zilch! He stopped those munitions during Gaza op "for admin reasons"-paperwork not OK. He closed down BG when a crappy rocket landed a mile away (Via the Air Administration guys,of course)
4. Peace among the Jews will silence and stop Obama
Dina   (02.09.15)
Jews must come together and then there is no stopping us of course remembering Hashem, too.
5. big f'n deal
geroge   (02.09.15)
let the media gurus and obama threaten all kinds of retribution. Isreal has to do somethings on its own regardless of what the uS thinks. That israelis support, some of them anyways herzog livni, and lapid, 3 obama rearenders and pacifists who offer concessions on jerusalem, jordan valley, judea and samraria and even golan down the road since livni told ari shavit, and wolf blitzer she would give up golan in return for peace even we could extrapolate to islamic state, you israelis are 3 things- 1) scared stiff 2) want others to do the fighting for you- look at the idf records of livni, lapid, herzog, peres, olmert, oren, yechaimovitch, peretz, and even the generals supporting them halutz, and yu see why they want US to fight for israel since this group by and large have done next to zilch for israeli security. 3) hatred of bibi. I am one who also is tired of bibi's big talk and small actions though better than herzog who would give away the store, he is so bloody dumb and naive. The way to get some interim armistices is by asserting israeli rights, not negating them. Olmwrt livni and bibi as well bent over backwards with gestures and make nice wiith arabs and still no deal and there never will be one. This is the middle east. so vote for bennet or kulano. Any israeli who votes for livni short of a blood relatve, this lying livni, a political ignoramus whose bottolm line is worthless UN resolutions and sensors on the jordan valley should have their heads examined.
6. Turn the table on Obama
Joe Fraser ,   Canada   (02.09.15)
Bibi should decline to speak at this time not because he shouldn't go, but to point out how politicized the democrats and the "Zionist Camp" have made this issue through their projection. Obama and his administration are experts at passive aggressive politics... it is time to take the high road and expose them. At the same time Bibi should announce his eagerness to speak to Congress as soon as he is reelected PM.
7. Excuse me ...
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (02.09.15)
I'd just like to make sure I understand completely. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an invitation issued by the Joint Houses of Congress to address them on issues involving Iran and terrorism. Hussein Obama is upset. Too, too bad for him. My guess is that the people of the United States of America have figured that they elected a fraud to the presidency. So, Hussein Obama wants to stamp his foot and cut off military aid to Israel. Does that idiot actually think it will stop Israel? You know what? I think it's jealousy. Hussein Obama was the president of Harvard Law Review. Make sure you understand this: he was NOT an editor of the Harvard Law Review. His job was an elected position by the students of Harvard Law School in his graduating year. His job, as president? Making sure the editors had all the pizza and Diet Cokes they needed to actually write. Basically, Hussein Obama was a laughingstock. Took him six shots at the bar exam to pass -- and then, having been granted time and a half for some invented disability, and a private room, he managed to pass by ONE POINT. At a time that law firms were desperate to diversify, Hussein Obama was never even given a look. Second from the bottom in his Harvard Law School graduating class? Six shots at the bar exam? With consideration? Please. He may have walked and talked his way to the presidency of the United States, but do not be deceived. He's an asshole. We knew that back at Harvard. That's why we allowed him to step'n fetch the pizzas and the Cokes. Ramifications? Against Israel. Okay, go with it Hussein. It will only hasten your departure from an office for which you have never had qualifications anyway. Impeachment is all you deserve. Oh -- on your way out the door -- I'd like a slice with anchovies, okay? Can you remember? The last time I asked, you didn't. Which is why I'm asking now. Get it right this time, can't you, errand boy? This editor is hungry.
8. Judy YES!!!!
BUILD BABY BUILD!!!!   (02.09.15)
Remember, G-d is on our side. He doesn't make false unkept promises He delivers. COURAGE !!!
9. Shouldn't obama be fighting ISIS not Israel?
BUILD BABY BUILD!!!!   (02.09.15)
is obama mentally suitable or, is he past any redemption? He acts like he's ill, gravely ill. MORE BUILDING OUGHT TO HELP!!!
10. I am not surprised
Gerry Philbin ,   New York   (02.09.15)
I knew in 2008 before he was ever elected that he would work hard to destroy America and its friends. It was plain for me to see what he was.
11. What is Obama so afraid of?
Matt C ,   Canada   (02.09.15)
If Obama really is Israel's friend and if Netanyahu's speech really is just meaningless political posturing that won't affect Obama at all then why all this panic? At the very least, we know from this overreaction that Obama doesn't want to hear about what endangers Israel, that he is trying for a deal he knows Israel won't like, and that Obama still fears the US Congress and US public opinion despite his tough guy act.
12. Radical Leftist Anti Zionist camp bootlickers are no experts
Steve Benassi ,   Silver Bay, MN USA   (02.09.15)
13. The writers aren't very familiar with the U.S.
Rod ,   Fargo N.Dakota   (02.09.15)
The Senate and House can make the buffoon Obama's life miserable if he does that.You can be sure they will
14. @ 1
sheik rattle & roll ,   USA   (02.09.15)
Are you serious? First and foremost Bibi shouldn't be lobbying congress about the Presidents foreign policy whether he likes it or not. The alternative to no nuclear deal will be an American led war against Iran that the American people want or can afford. If Bibi wants to strike Iran he can mobilize the vaunted IDF and march on Tehran and start hanging Ayatollahs like Bush did to Iraq and Saddam and then you can tell us how that works out in the end. Is Bibi putting pressure on the Eurowimps or the Russians and Chinese? Why does the State of Israel think that Obama and Americans are indebted to it? Is it the military aid that Israel gives the US? Is it the diplomatic protection? I just can't figure out why all of the pressure from Israel? Since Obama has been in office the VETO has not stopped and the military aid has increased. So what is the problem?
15. Glad to read that some of you have backbone
barbara ,   Haifa   (02.09.15)
supporting Bibi and his "right to free speech" in Congress, especially since he was invited and didn't ask to be invited. And if any hecklers (or worse) enter into Congress during the speech, you can believe that Obama is behind it.
16. The first signs of "boycott.
tiki ,   belgium   (02.09.15)
Europeans don't need the America excuse to use 'evasive tactics. Europeans hate everything that looks Jewish or has the Israeli stamp on it....always was, always will be. The "we love Jews/Israel" veneer has melted and this has nothing to do with Obama, Netanyahu, Palestinians, settlements (as EU is financing illegal Palestinian settlements) etc., but everything with their DNA & new demographics. They are just the excuse but intense Jew hate is the motive! Europeans only love dead Jews and "appreciate appeasing Jews. Self concious Jews who don't jump when the EU 'masters say so are not well looked upon. So Israel must do what it must do and stop listening to the leftist brainwashing appeasers because appeasing begs for more appeasing until there is nothing left to give.
17. ISRAEL HAS MANY ENEMIES..
stude ham   (02.09.15)
so no matter what it does it generates criticism over and above that leveled at such innocuous groups as isis. currently, the US is very unfortunately saddled with a lame duck islamophile incompetent who is doing more to inflame world conflict than any known predecessor in the office of president.
18. #1 Judy Nailed It
Brett ,   Florida   (02.09.15)
Not much more to be said except look at America now. An illegal president, race wars unreported in various cities around the country, idiot citizens attacking cops, the DOJ stonewalling every investigation against it, mass illegal immigration approved, and much much more. Israel and Jews everywhere, your strength and security do NOT come from America. The sooner you break your dependance on military needs, the safer you will be, and in HaShems' care. Shalom!
19. go back under the bed.
ralph   (02.09.15)
20. At every opportunity I urge my representatives
US Taxpayer   (02.09.15)
to drop relations with israel like they would drop a bag of dog-droppings
21. #14, First of all Obama shouldn't undermine Israel security
Steve Benassi ,   Silver Bay, MN USA   (02.09.15)
If he didn't do that there wouldn't be a need for Netanyahu's speech to congress.
22. Bibi's Speech has no Upside. Only Downside
Jason Singer ,   Seattle, USA   (02.09.15)
Members of Congress are already opposed to the track of the negotiations that the administration is taking towards Iran. Bibi will be singing to the choir. Where is the upside except to slap the US in the face? No matter what the Americans think of the administration, they do not like to be slapped around by a foreign leader. The time has come for Bibi to go. He is hurting Israel AND the Jewish people.
23. Leftist crap talk
Brod ,   USA   (02.09.15)
Leftists who do not know the GOD of Israel talks about fall out and how their tails curve inward when Obama the Islamist barks. What a crap! It is this kind of talk that makes the Islamist-Jihadists and Anti-Semites dance. The fact is the world respects Israel more when it is strong. Israel should say NO to Leftism and feat-mongering crap.
24. In case of future instances
W ,   Jerusalem   (02.09.15)
Rules can be established on who can make invitations and determine when hosts need to consult with superiors on special conditions needing closer scrutiny in cases like this, an election campaign time period. They also need to be fair to everybody. There's tension where there may have been none at all. That's enough to be concerned about the sentiments and of course we'd like to see future meetings under less controversial debates. The peace process with Israel and the Palestinians is lacking one particular detail to be discussed. This detail has to do with Jewish losses, particularly in Arab dominated Muslim countries, since 1948 of lands, properties and valuables. What would it have been like for the Jews if they were still in Arab Muslim countries that are experiencing war and civil strife? That's a question to ask yourself today. Israel needs foreign support and for the sakes of everyone's best interest in a language we can all understand, Israel can still go by the TANAK with their blessings for this is what the Lord has ordained.
25. ridiculous fear tactic won't work
Scott ,   Ramat Gan   (02.09.15)
26. yeah the anit-christ POtuS will cause the end for the world
evilworld loses ,   God's word proved   (02.09.15)
27. #24 your saying the POtuS is superior to both houses of
congress? what a ,   load of krap...   (02.09.15)
We are going to Impeach this POtuS. Worst most criminal conman ever in the white House. Yeah he makes BILL I arm terrorist Clinton look good.
28. Obama is threatening Israel as he threatens all opponents
c   (02.09.15)
the little emperor is about to sign a capitulation deal with the genocidal shia terror regime. he wants to do so while sidelining the us congrees. he has no intention to ask for ratification of the deal and will lift sanctions on iran unilaterally. obama has also threatened members of his own party if they dare pass legislation on new sanctions on iran. obama has repeatedly violated the constitutional balance of power and separation of power and bragged that he has a phone and a pen so he can do as he pleases. the democrats in congress should find the courage to stand up to a man who would be emperor.
29. Hussein Obama is a TRAITOR...finally wake
Chris Rettenmoser ,   Bayerisch Gmain Germ   (02.09.15)
up and IMPEACH him !
30. Always be strong & ignore horrid leftist fear mongering
Chaim ,   Israel   (02.09.15)
This is yet another article in the horrid leftist genre of "submit to our foes or else". Israel needs to be strong and ignore all despicable leftist fear mongering. Leftists seek to scare Israel into doing dumb, self destructive things. Just like mobsters try to scare their would be victims.
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