Staff Reports
October 7, 2023, marks a year since Hamas unleashed a reign of terror on Israel, brutally killing over 1,200 innocent people, including children and families who were simply trying to live their lives. The horrific nature of these acts, involving rape and inhumane slaughter, stands as a stark reminder of the threat posed by those who embrace violence and chaos.
While prominent figures like Joe Biden and Kamala Harris suggest that the solution lies in ceasefires and proportional responses, the reality remains that the evil behind Hamas has not faded. Currently, there are still 97 hostages held by this terrorist organization, with reports of additional tragic losses among them. Many observers are left wondering where the outrage is from the left, particularly among student activists at universities such as UCLA and Columbia, who seem oblivious to the horrors committed against innocent Israelis.
6:29AM
October 7, 2023.
The moment time stopped.
Beeri. Nahal Oz. Nir Oz. Reim. The Nova Festival. Kfar Aza. Sderot. Ofakim. Nirim. Holit. Zikim. Ashkelon.
We remember the victims.
We pray for the return of the hostages. #RememberOctober7 pic.twitter.com/DuTL9ml8kI
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 7, 2024
The path to peace is clear yet painfully simple: Hamas could end the suffering today if they released their hostages and laid down their arms. The lack of action or urgency from the Biden administration in demanding this shows a troubling disconnect from the stark realities of the situation. It raises the question of whether leaders truly understand the barbarity of what is unfolding in the region.
Evidence of the atrocities committed by Hamas continues to surface. Survivors recount tales of severe psychological and physical torment, detailing starvation, sexual assault, and confinement in tunnels—an unthinkable existence for fellow humans. Video footage released by Israel showcases the gruesome acts perpetrated by Hamas during the infamous music festival attack, reminding everyone that the stakes are far too high to ignore.
Many on the political left may want to downplay the presence of evil in our world, opting instead to label such perpetrators as mere victims of circumstance. This misguided notion suggests that a lack of privilege or government assistance could transform the heart of a terrorist. Yet, reality cannot be obscured; the events of October 7 confirm that there are genuinely atrocious individuals who not only perpetuate evil but revel in it. The idea that these groups can be negotiated with is naive at best and dangerous at worst. True evil must be met with resolute action; anything less is an invitation for further chaos.
As this grim anniversary approaches, it’s crucial to reflect on the plight of the hostages and their families, who continue to live in anguish. The moral imperative here is not merely one of remembrance but a call to action—a reminder that evil must be confronted and eradicated to ensure a safer world.
