[Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs] Interview with Yair Sheleg - Israel's drama-infested reality has stimulated interest in the Holocaust. The conflict with the Palestinians and the accompanying casualties have caused a new generation of Israelis to understand the fragility of life. This has made Holocaust Memorial Day an important annual event, even for the young. With the ceremonies and publicity, the Holocaust has gained respect in Israeli society and has become an expression of its Jewish character.
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