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The speaker recalls decades of presidents promising action under heavy pressure, asserting that he did not yield to that pressure and kept his promise by officially recognizing the capital of Israel and moving the American embassy to Jerusalem. He credits this achievement as part of what he intended to fulfill in office.
Turning to the Adelsons in the audience, he highlights Miriam Adelson and her husband, Sheldon Adelson, noting their frequent visits to the White House; he says they would come into the office and call him, suggesting they had more trips to the White House than anyone else he could think of. He contrasts Sheldon's aggressive personality with his own regard for him, stating that Sheldon was very aggressive but very supportive of him, and that, despite the occasional pushback, he valued their input. He acknowledges that Miriam and Sheldon were very responsible for much, including influencing him to consider the Golan Heights, which he characterizes as probably one of the greatest things to ever happen.
The speaker then invites Miriam to stand, praising her: she loves the United States and Israel, and he notes that she loves this country. He emphasizes that Miriam and her husband are incredible people and expresses that they are dearly missed. He shares a moment when he asked Miriam what she loved more, the United States or Israel, and she refused to answer, implying that her love might be for Israel as well. He comments that perhaps that refusal indicates Israel, and he reinforces his affection for Miriam by saying, “We love you,” and thanking her for being there as a great honor.
He closes by affirming Miriam as a wonderful woman and expressing gratitude for her presence, underscoring the admiration he holds for Miriam Adelson and the late Sheldon Adelson as influential supporters who played a significant role in shaping his perspective on the Golan Heights and, more broadly, in his presidency.