Posted 2/18/2024, 3:58:00 AM
Hochul Apologizes for Remarks Comparing Israel's Right to Defend Itself to Buffalo Attacking Canada
- Hochul apologizes for "poor choice of words" regarding Canada-Hamas analogy she made in speech
- Analogy stated Israel has right to destroy Gaza like Buffalo would destroy Canada if attacked
- Says remarks could be "hurtful" and advocates minimizing Palestinian casualties
- Faces criticism from lawmakers like Shahana Hanif who says she won't forgive Hochul yet
- UJA Federation thanked Hochul for "always standing with the Jewish community"