The philosopher George Santayana famously said, “Those who fail to remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” That condemnation can also be said for those who knowingly ignore the past as well.
In the wake of the atrocious Oct. 7 terrorist attacks by Hamas upon Israel, New York and many other parts of the world have experienced numerous protests either for Israel or for Palestinians. At too many of the pro-Palestinian marches, demonstrators have condoned, or outright celebrated, Hamas’ murderous actions as if they were fighting for freedom against an oppressive regime.
