I believe Israel needs branding. I want that the word 'Israel' will relate not just to an Israeli soldier or a camel, but Israel as an advanced liberal society with a strong economy and great people.

I believe that democracy is about values before it is about voting. These values must be nurtured within society and integrated into the electoral process itself.

As leaders, we in Israel must take into account the concerns of diaspora Jewry. Israel is strong enough to take criticism from within the family of Jews who say, 'OK, we disapprove of Israeli policy, but we stand firm for Israel.'

The last thing they want is a revitalized economy now. I'm not saying the Democrats don't want a strong economy. Don't misunderstand. They just don't want it now.

I believe we can continue the Great Society while we fight in Vietnam.

Netanyahu's government and its faulty and politicized priorities are leading Israel into bankruptcy.