With reference to an article in the Globe and Mail entitled “Abbas Refuses to Recognize Israel as a Jewish State” published on March 18, in a letter to the editor published on March 20, HRC points out that Palestinian recognition of Israel being declared a “Jewish state” is not just a request made by Benjamin Netanyahu, but also by Barack Obama:
HRC Letter in Globe & Mail: Palestinians Must Recognize Israel as a Jewish State
Mike Fegelman
Mike is the Executive Director of HonestReporting Canada and is responsible for the day-to-day running of the organization, its financial management and project development. A seventeen-year veteran of the Canadian journalism industry, Mike was a former editor-in-chief, reporter, and anchor of various news programs and publications. Mike's focus is on delivering efficiency and professionalism as HRC moves into new technological and geographical spheres. Mike is a human rights expert and a frequent on-air commentator. His work has been published in the Globe and Mail, the National Post, Toronto Star, CBC News and more.