President Obama Sends Rosh Hashanah Greetings

Yesterday the White House released a statement from President Obama sending new year's greetings to Jews in the U.S. and around the world who celebrate Rosh Hashanah beginning this evening.  His statement (full text) said in part:

Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the spiritual calendar and the birth of the world....  At a time when too many of our friends and neighbors are struggling to keep food on the table and a roof over their heads, it is up to us to do what we can to help those less fortunate. At a time when prejudice and oppression still exist in the shadows of our society, it is up to us to stand as a beacon of freedom and tolerance and embrace the diversity that has always made us stronger as a people. And at a time when Israelis and Palestinians have returned to direct dialogue, it is up to us to encourage and support those who are willing to move beyond their differences and work towards security and peace in the Holy Land.