Iwas raised in Canada to believe that moral clarity is a strength, not a liability; that democracies must draw lines, even when it’s hard; and that rewarding violence is never the path to peace. Those values — love of freedom, commitment to democracy and belief in moral clarity — shaped me profoundly: as a citizen, a Zionist and now as a member of the Israeli Knesset.

That’s why I was dismayed to hear that Canada intends on recognizing a Palestinian state. Not only is this the wrong idea at the worst possible time, it would also mark a dangerous departure from Canada’s proud tradition of moral leadership.

Canada once stood tall among the family of free nations. It defended democracy abroad and stood firm on principles at home. But under its current leadership, that legacy is in jeopardy.

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