(Commentary) Jennifer Rubin - Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch e-mails me: "It is very serious. I hope all Jews understand the unforgivable pressures being brought on Israel." And let's hope all Americans do as well. The problem here is not simply the uncivil tone and bullying techniques, but also the entire mindset and policy that seek to extract the most concessions possible from the Israeli government - or even topple it - as a negotiating gambit. If the Obami are surprised by the push back, that is only one more indication as to how out of touch they are - with the American people, with the realities of the Middle East, and with the impact that all of this will have on relations with other nations.
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