http://blog.cleveland.com/openers/2008/02/_beachwood_in_the.htmlPosted by Laura Johnston February 25, 2008 18:44PM
Other voices on the issue:
Richard Cohen in the New York Times: Obama's credentials on Israel questioned.
• Jerusalem Post: Opinion: Obama's "not bad on Israel"
• politico.com: Obama adviser worries Israel supporters
Beachwood -- In the wake of a wave of negative e-mails, Democratic Sen. Barack Obama's campaign is sending a positive message on Israel.
Like he did in Iowa and Maryland, U.S. Rep. Robert Wexler, an Obama advisor, addressed the Jewish community here Sunday afternoon at Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple.
"Look at his record," the Florida congressman told the crowd of about 500, a handful of whom wore yarmulkes stamped with "Obama '08." "If you gave it a grade, it would be an A-plus."...
Earlier, Obama tried to reassure Jewish community leaders in a private meeting. "I will strengthen Israel's security and strengthen Palestinian partners who support that vision and personally work for two states that can live side by side in peace and security with Israel's status as a Jewish state ensured so that Israelis and Palestinians can pursue their dream," he said, according to a transcript from his campaign...
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