The Price of Hope: When Politics Meets Personal Tragedy The international community has been abuzz with calls for Israel's hostages to be released, but amidst the sea of diplomatic efforts and humanitarian appeals, one family's story stands out.
Rachel Goldberg Polin, a dual American Israeli citizen, has become an unlikely advocate for her 23 year old son Hersh's release after he was taken captive during the Hamas attack on October 7th.
Goldberg Polin's determination to keep hope alive is admirable, but it also raises questions about the limits of advocacy in the face of overwhelming tragedy.