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Look, I worked with American Republican presidents and Democratic presidents, all of them, and each of them has shown a deep and profound friendship to Israel, you know? I can't remember anybody who was in that sense negative as far as Israel is concerned.
Shimon Peres
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What this quote means

The quote emphasizes the consistent support from both major American political parties towards Israel.

Shimon Peres reflects on his experiences working with both Republican and Democratic presidents, highlighting their unwavering friendship and support for Israel. He conveys that throughout his interactions, he has never encountered a president who negatively viewed Israel, underlining the bipartisan consensus on the issue and the deep-seated relations between the United States and Israel.

Themes

PoliticsFriendshipIsraelBipartisanSupport

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Example use cases

During a speech on international relations, a speaker might use this quote to emphasize the importance of bipartisan support in diplomacy.

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