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Michael Totten, on White House press secretary Jay Carney’s refusal to publicly name the capital of Israel in a press conference:
It’s a fact—not an opinion—that Jerusalem is Israel’s capital. Anyone who insists otherwise is in denial. You may wish Tel Aviv was its capital. You may even wish a united Al Quds was the capital of the Arab state of Palestine. But those things can only be true in an alternate universe or in the future. In this universe, in 2012, Israel exists and Jerusalem is its capital.
Only one of Israel’s national government buildings—the ministry of defense—is in Tel Aviv. All the others are in Jerusalem. And all of them are on the western side of the city inside the internationally recognized borders. The only people who dispute Israel’s right to exist in west Jerusalem are those who dispute Israel’s right to exist anywhere.
What do you think?
11:30 pm
Mr. Carney, unfortunately, is yet another amateur associated with our White House.
10:57 am
Ever since Israel become a state, Jerusalem became the capital if Israel and nobody can or will take it from the Jews or from Istael.
8:56 am
It never ceases to amaze me how many are willing to unflinchingly come up against the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and yet we know that the fear of God is the first sign of wisdom. As far as those using the judgment of God at various times against the nation of Israel I say, “Get the timber out of your own eye!” Do not be haughty against the Jewish nation—-God has chosen it and no amount of Replacement Theology will ever change that simple fact!!!
8:17 am
Pray for the peace of JERUSALEM,They shall prosper that love thee.
12:33 pm
I just love you and pray that the Lord will look after you God bless you
6:52 am
Jerusalem belongs to the Jewish people .
6:52 am
Jay Carney speaks only from scripts provided by the anti-semetic White House speech writers!
Now the FAKER in the White House signs a RENEWAL of an old agreement with Israel the day before Mitt Eomney, his opponent, arrives there. Do not be FOOLED. BHO is just rying to buy some last minute votes.
4:04 am
God be praised!! JERUSALEM IS THE CAPITOL OF ISRAEL AND WILL ALWAYS BE. Let no other nation claim or rule her. Peace to Israel.
12:34 pm
Amen & Amen Lulu
11:08 pm
Palestine is a small piece of land belonging to Jews as the only safe-heaven. Any other people have intention to own it, is truly greedy.
9:18 pm
As we pray for the Nation of Israel we must now ask for Your Prayers OH ISRAEL. Please help us defeat this president in November through prayer and all you can do. We are on dangerous ground.
8:57 pm
Trust in the L-RD with all your heart, soul, and mind. Give thanks to ADONAI! Call on His Name! Make His deeds known among the peoples. Glory in His Holy name. Seek ADONAI and His strength; always seek His presence. Let the gentiles rage and make their plans against EL’EL*YON come to nothing! I say trust in our creator.
7:18 pm
No surprise, Israel. Even in America, we face many things too. Some say our country is no longer founded upon Judeo-Christian principles. For the city of Jerusalem, it will always be – city of Peace.
5:29 pm
only reason countries are not putting in embassys in jerusalem is there afraid muslims will attack those countries
4:23 pm
I love the Jews and I love Israel and I feel ashamed of my own country. God bless israel.
4:18 pm
I also add that the world which will eternally hate Israel because it hates God will always maintain the existence of a “Palestine” which we all know in reality came to an end in 1948.
4:15 pm
I also add that the world which will always hate Israel because it hates God will always maintain the existence of a “Palestine” which we all know in reality came to an end in 1948.
3:59 pm
Be careful, all the nations!! Israel is the apple of God’s eye; her faithful people are joy to Him. He who watches over Israel neither slumbers nor sleeps. While to Him a thousand years may be like an hour to the nations, their actions are noted, the individuals are observed. Remember, God Father, God Jesus, God Holy Spirit is in control. All praise be to our God.
3:54 pm
Today, we have modern day prophets also calling for the nation to repent and return to God’s standards of morality and holiness. (The USA)
If we are following the morality and standards of those around us, we are making the very same mistake that brought about the destruction of Jerusalem and the Holy Temples on Tisha B’Av.
We must look at the destruction in our lives, assess the damage, and repent of the sins that we have committed. History has a way of repeating when we don’t learn the lessons.
As Believers in Yeshua, we no longer belong to ourselves; our bodies are a temple of the Ruach HaKodesh (Holy Spirit) (1 Corinthians 6:19).
9:47 pm
Israel, the city of God for His chosen people as a Nation, the Jews… Let us all, the world over accept this great truth and rather harming this chosen people pray for them.
3:46 pm
Many Jewish people today don’t realize that Jerusalem was overthrown, the Temples destroyed and the people sent into exile because of God’s judgment for their sins.
The breakdown of morality in the nation of Israel was directly responsible for devastation, famine, defeat, exile and death. The Babylonians and Romans were only God’s agents to carry out His judgment.
The prophet Jeremiah tried to warn the people, but to no avail.
“If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best from the land; but if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword.” (Isaiah 1:19-20)
12:36 pm
Kenneth, be careful that you do not presume to be able to judge as God judges. Read your Bible – God says that His covenant with Israel is EVERLASTING.
The Lord says,”I bring near my righteousnes; it shall not tarry: and I will place salvation in Zion for Israel my glory.” (Isaiah 46:13)
4:12 pm
Patricia,…Kenneth is correct and God’s judging Israel has nothing to do with His Covenant with her…..Just because He disciplines those He loves doesn’t mean He breaks Covenant with them. And that applies to all believers in Yeshua as well. Read the book of Hebrews..God is clear that He chastises those He loves BUT it doesn’t nullify the fact that He also says He will never leave them or forsake them……God bless you!!
12:37 pm
You’re right Patricia God bless you for standing with israel
3:27 pm
Sisters and Brothers, GOD has never let Jerusalem, Israel down, unless they stepped out from HIS umbrella, which they did many times. GOD has their back and will never let anything happen to HIS Children. The last days are at hand and when JESUS does return there will be a New Jerusalem weather we or anybody else likes it or not, along with a new earth and a new heaven. We and the rest of the world are going through these trials and tribulations because of our decisions we have made toward Israel. Check their economy (Israel’s) right now they are prospering greatly, much, much, fruit. Watch when the oil shows up in Israel, then some things will change. GOD bless Israel and their Capitol Jerusalem
2:49 pm
Yes, Jesus Christ is the only hope for any off us. God bless Israel In Christ Jesus.
2:30 pm
Jerusalem is Israel’s capital. My apologies to people Israel for the anti-Semitism emanating from our current U.S. leadership. This president has opened his arms to terrorist leaders, yet has obscenely denigrated P.M. Netanyahu and other Israeli representatives. Huge numbers of us all across our country voice true friendship with Israel, including with our prayers.
Our LORD will bless those who bless Israel and will curse those who do not. Shalom, dear people Israel. May this Shabbat draw you ever closer to HIS peace, HIS comfort, HIS blessings.
Shalom.
4:48 am
Ann, I love you, just for the beautiful letter that I just read. I so fully agree with you. May God’s total shalom be over you always.
2:29 pm
I love all these comments! And…I agree about this current pathetic administration!!! Where ever I stand, I stand with Israel…Jeruslaem is the Capitol of Israel…we all know the truth! Be advised. No more Obama and his love for terrorists! I love you Israel and all Jewish peoples everywhere. I pray for your protection, abundant blessings, and favor with both man and God!!! In Yeshua’s name, I pray for the peace of Jerusalem! SHALOM amen and amen. You are God’s chosen and their are jealous!
2:22 pm
IT’S PRETTY SIMPLE TO ME! THE BIBLE SAY’S THAT JERUSALEM HAS BEEN THE CAPITAL OF ISRAEL FOR OVER 3000 YEAR’S ACCORDING TO KING DAVID. THERE’S NO CHANGING HISTORY, OR GOD’S MIND!! STOP LIVING IN DENIEL? AND GET OVER IT!
11:05 pm
Yes! Jerusalem is not just the capital of Isreal;it is also the eternal capital of all God’s children.Halilujah;for the Lord God Omnipotetent reigns!!.
2:09 pm
Jews have included in their prayers, “Next year in Jerusalem,” for centuries. As part of a settlement with the Palestinians part of Jerusalem will be the Arab capital. Will the Israelies ever really agree to this? Is this reality? When will the Palestinians recognize Israel as a nation. How can negotions go forward without this recognition? Is Jay Carney expressing Obama policy in not stating that Jerusalem truly is the capital of Israel?
2:05 pm
So goes this adminstration.Should we be suprised?The current US president has not found the time to visit Isreal.What else should we expect from him?
12:22 pm
I was born in America and dwell in america currently. I love Isreal! My heart is for her! Where was the president of America born?… That should answer your doubts!
2:03 pm
It makes me think those who refuse to admit Jerusalem is Israel’s capital, are sleeping or history passed them by. IT IS TIME TO WAKE UP AND KNOW WHAT G-D HAS DONE! IS IT WONDERFUL TO YOUR EYES?
2:01 pm
Israel exists, and Jerusalem is its capital. All these liberal wooses combined with their Islamic buddies will not change that fact. The BBC, the IOC, the UN, can all stuff it along w Jay Carney.
1:53 pm
All foreign embassies should be relocated into Jerusalem.
1:51 pm
Should you really expect anything else from such a useless leader like Obama and his group of hacks.
1:22 pm
I have always known Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.I also thought that Palestine was just and area in Israel. Am confused here where it says “the Arab state of Palestine”.Is it a state or just an area?Would you explain this? Thank you
1:14 pm
Genesis 12:3 And I will bless those who bless you
Read it
1:28 pm
MR. Gotten you will be bless for standing up for Israel
Genesis 12:3 I will bless those who bless you
1:07 pm
obama is an unmitigated disaster; an anti-semite as well as an anti-zionist.
any US politician or pundit who hitches to obama’s star will bear wrath of the jewish voter in all future electiomn contests
2:34 pm
Am in complete agreement with you, Don. My prayers have included that the Jews in our country will have realized the hatred this president has for Israel, not to give a cent to his campaign coffers, and to pray for his defeat in November.
12:25 pm
My sentiments exactly!
1:07 pm
The Jerusalem Embassy Act became a law in 1995, but Bill Clinton, George Bush and Obama sadly refused to move the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem on the grounds of ‘national security’.
1:01 pm
It is a sorry state of affairs when American leadership,hasn’t the stones to back and support a long term friend. Then again, just look at the
level of people that we are electing from.semper Fi
1:00 pm
Jay Carney, you 1ook the part !
We1come to the White House staff.A perfect fit!
12:54 pm
I am embarrassed by the Obama administration’s shabby treatment of Israel and her prime minister and ashamed that he can’t even get Israel’s capital correct! Sorry, Israel!
12:49 pm
THE GREAT GOD OF ISRAEL; THE MILLIONS WHO SUPPORT ITS
PEOPLE @VISIT THIS NATION OF GOD: KNOW THAT NO NATION
ON EARTH CAN PREVAIL AGAINST GOD’S ELECT! STAND FIRM!
WE HEAR YOU! WE ARE WITH YOU! HISPANI
12:49 pm
Jerusalem was chosen by G-d not man. He proclaims it for HIS people the Israelis/Jews. So it doesn’t matter what anyone thinks or says, Jerusalem was since King David and is since G-d returned it to them THE CAPITOL OF ISRAEL. Not the POTUS or his mouthpiece/s can change or take it away. G-d has said HE will see to it as He promised in the Holy Bible, HIS WORD not man’s.
12:41 pm
like anything – if you can say a thing enough times you can make people believe it. this sort of manipulation has been ongoing for the past 20years. and pretty soon, they will probably try to reprint history textbooks, yet again, removing Jerusalem as the capitol of Israel. It’s a sad thing what this world is evolving into. May the God of Israel bless you.
12:39 pm
Totally agree with Mr. Totten’s comments. There is an old saying, ‘When ignorance is bliss, ’tis folly to be wise’. Unfortunately this can’t be said of the White House Press Secretary or the BBC.
12:32 pm
Never in the history of the world has a country existed that has not been able to name their own capital. Jerusalem IS the capital. Period
12:25 pm
It has never occurred to me to think anything else except that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel or capital of the world for that matter.
12:19 pm
There is a great need for the creation of an internet link so that Christians and others around the world who love Israel could make our voices heard to the Olympics committee and to governments that we are angered and insulted because the Olympic committee, the British government and others are afraid to name Jerusalem the capital of Israel.We need to make our beliefs and feelings known. The ‘Palestinians’ and the rest of the Arab/Muslim world have made their wicked sentiments heard so loudly that they have succeeded in cowing powerful nations and governments. Help us to make our voices heard so that we too can speak up for Israel.
12:14 pm
deny all u want,Israel has CAPITOL IT IS JERUSALEM.
7:19 pm
Amen! Jerusalem is and will forever be the city of Peace God designed it to be, one day to have the Prince of Peace reign over it, and I’m not sorry to say He will not be a Muslim.
12:10 pm
First there should not be a distinction between East and West Jerusalem. There is only one Jerusalem and it is the eternal capital of Israel end of the story. It is not negotiable.
Second: Do we need any more proof that Obama and his admistration are no friends of Israel and the Jews? I implore my fellow Jewsish Amercans to not vote for Obama in the coming elections.
10:55 pm
God bless Israel. I do not understand how a Jewish American could vote to these politicians that are obviously anti-Semitic .those voters are deceived.
10:35 am
Jay Carney and President Obama and his administration have proven to be disingenuous in their evasive and contradictory statements. They do not stand for what is true and right, but only what is politically expedient for their agenda. Barack Obama has demeaned the office of the President of the United States of America. He has insulted Prime Minister Netanyahu and betrayed the trust and friendship of the people and nation of Israel. Jerusalem is the ancient and current capital of Israel, and should not be divided; the national borders of Israel must be restored and preserved; the sovereignty of Israel must be internationally recognized and honored. I and my Christian friends continue to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Shalom and may God continue to protect and richly bless the nation and people of Israel. Amen.