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Source: https://www.israelhayom.com/opinions/an-upbeat-and-believing-younger-generation/
Israel's Upbeat and Believing Younger Generation
(Israel Hayom) David M. Weinberg - Paratroopers in a reserve brigade recently withdrawn from Gaza wrote a letter to their commander declaring their willingness to carry the fight forward against Hamas "until victory," even if that means serving in the army reserves for many more months. "How can we go home to our families before we create the conditions whereby Israeli residents of the Gaza envelope towns can go home to their towns and families?" They ask for the "honor" of continuing the battle. Gutsy patriotism and positivity oozes from every paragraph of their letter. A new public opinion poll by the Publicis Group makes clear that Israel is blessed with believing youth; a generation who are upbeat, despite the demanding challenges. 59% believe that Israel is strong and will win all current wars and has a great future. 82% of Israeli youth are prepared to pause the "good life" in terms of personal plans. The writer is a senior fellow at Misgav: The Institute for National Security & Zionist Strategy.