White House Issues Hanukkah Greetings

Yesterday, the White House released the President’s 2006 Hanukkah Message. It recounts the history of Hanukkah: "Judah Maccabee and his followers courageously set out to reclaim Jerusalem from foreign rule. Though their numbers were small, the Maccabees' dedication to their faith was strong, and they emerged victorious." It continues: "the glow of the menorah is a reminder of the blessings of a just and loving God and the sacrifices made over the centuries for faith and freedom."