Today we remember the more than twenty thousands soldiers and civilians that fell in defense of Israel. It is no coincidence that we celebrate our independence directly following this day, for although Yom Hazikaron (the day of remembrance) is a day of solemn introspection, it is not a day of mourning. We do not sit on low stools, wear torn clothing, and recite lamentations. Instead, we pay tribute to our heroes and take immense pride in their accomplishments and contributions to the safety of our nation. We recognize that just over 60 years ago, millions of our people were...

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